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   Is food poisoning life threatening?

   • Food poisoning usually isn’t life threatening. It can be uncomfortable, but most people recover completely within a few days, even without treatment. What is food poisoning? Foodborne illness, typically known as food poisoning, results from eating contaminated, spoiled, or toxic food.

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   What are the complications of food poisoning?

   • Rare complications include conditions that may develop after food poisoning, including: Arthritis. Arthritis is swelling, tenderness or pain in joints. Irritable bowel syndrome. Irritable bowel syndrome is a lifelong condition of the intestines that causes pain, cramping and irregular bowel movements. Guillain-Barre syndrome.

   Food poisoning - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Can you get food poisoning if you eat contaminated food?

   • Food poisoning can happen to anyone who swallows contaminated food. Most people recover on their own, but some can become gravely ill. You’re more at risk if you’re pregnant, older than 65 or have a weakened immune system. Young children are also more at risk, especially from dehydration. What is food poisoning?

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   Is your food poisonous?

   • Even with sanitary food handling practices, there’s usually a small amount of contamination in your food. It becomes “poisonous” when your immune system reaches its threshold. Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission.

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   Can bacteria cause food poisoning?

   • Several types of bacteria can cause food poisoning. Among the more common bacteria are: Can cause food poisoning when soups, stew, and gravies made with meat, fish, or poultry are left at room temperature and not refrigerated for long periods of time.

   Food Poisoning - Johns Hopkins Medicine

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2. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › foodFood poisoning - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Feb 23, 2024 · The causes are germs or other harmful things in the food or beverage. Symptoms of food poisoning often include upset stomach, diarrhea and vomiting. Symptoms usually start within hours or several days of eating the food. Most people have mild illness and get better without treatment.

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   Food poisoning can happen to anyone who swallows contaminated food. Most people recover on their own, but some can become gravely ill. You’re more at risk if you’re pregnant, older than 65 or have a weakened immune system.

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   Oct 4, 2024 · Chemical contamination can lead to acute poisoning or long-term diseases, such as cancer. Many foodborne diseases may lead to long-lasting disability and death. Some examples of food hazards are listed below.

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   Food poisoning is caused by bacteria, parasites, and viruses found in food. Symptoms may look like stomach flu (gastroenteritis). Treatment focuses on replacing fluids and easing nausea and vomiting. In severe cases, you may need to be hospitalized. To prevent food poisoning, wash your hands often.

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   Food contaminated by bacteria, viruses and parasites (foodborne pathogens) can make you sick. Some people can have foodborne illness, also known as "food poisoning", and not even know they have it. Many people experience nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. You should see a doctor as soon as possible if you think you have a foodborne illness.

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   Jul 24, 2024 · Food poisoning occurs when you consume foods contaminated with pathogens such as bacteria. See a table listing 24 causes, get prevention tips, and more.

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   Sep 5, 2023 · Although the precise symptoms vary depending on the specific germ (e.g., bacteria, virus, or parasite) contaminating the food or drink, most people with food poisoning experience nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea that can be managed with at-home care measures.