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   How is foodborne illness treated?

   • Treatment for foodborne illness focuses on managing symptoms, like vomiting and diarrhea. You'll need to rest and get plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. Diarrhea medicines may help, but they shouldn't be used for children or people with a high fever or bloody diarrhea. For severe dehydration, you may need treatment in the hospital.

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   How can foodborne illnesses be prevented?

   • You can reduce your chance of contracting foodborne illnesses by washing your hands, food preparation surfaces, utensils, and cutting boards often with warm, soapy water; separating raw foods from cooked foods; and storing foods properly. Foodborne illness can occur if you consume contaminated foods or beverages.

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   How to prevent foodborne illness in children?

   • Eat small amounts of food. When you feel like eating again, start out with small amounts of food. This will help you to get enough nutrition. Dehydration is the most frequent problem caused by foodborne illness. Be extra careful to prevent dehydration in children.

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   What is foodborne illness?

   • foodborne illness (also called food poisoning) is an illness caused by eating foods that have harmful germs in them. These germs are mostly found in raw meat, chicken, fish, and eggs, but they can spread to any type of food. They can also grow on food that's left out on counters or outdoors or is stored too long before you eat it.

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   Do you need prescription medications for foodborne illness?

   • If you need prescription medications, a doctor may recommend the following medications for certain causes of foodborne illness: Off-label drug use means a drug that’s approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for one purpose is used for a different purpose that hasn’t yet been approved.

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   Dec 2, 2022 · Treatment for foodborne illnesses may involve a combination of at-home remedies and over-the-counter and prescription medications. However, the types of medications that...

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   Feb 23, 2024 · Treatment. Treatment for food poisoning depends on how severe your symptoms are and what caused the illness. In most cases, drug treatment isn't necessary. Treatment may include the following: Fluid replacement. Fluids and electrolytes, maintain the balance of fluids in your body. Electrolytes include minerals such as sodium, potassium and calcium.

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   Condition Basics. What is foodborne illness? foodborne illness (also called food poisoning) is an illness caused by eating foods that have harmful germs in them. These germs are mostly found in raw meat, chicken, fish, and eggs, but they can spread to any type of food.

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   The good news is that food poisoning usually runs its course in a day or two. Just focus on staying hydrated and letting your body fight it off. If your condition persists or you develop more severe symptoms, see your healthcare provider for treatment.

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   Jul 24, 2024 · Foodborne illness, typically known as food poisoning, results from eating contaminated, spoiled, or toxic food. The most common symptoms of food poisoning are nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

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   Feb 23, 2024 · Food poisoning, a type of foodborne illness, is a sickness people get from something they ate or drank. The causes are germs or other harmful things in the food or beverage. Symptoms of food poisoning often include upset stomach, diarrhea and vomiting.

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   Sep 1, 2015 · Empiric treatment should focus on symptom management, rehydration if the patient is clinically dehydrated, and antibiotic therapy. Foodborne illnesses should be reported...