A member asked about a 21-year-old female:
my gf ate bad chinese food and has been throwing up for the past 30-45 minutes.probably food poisoning. she is now resting w/ some pain. what can i do?
3 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
Dr. Mark Diamond answered
Pediatrics 46 years experience
Call md: Hydrate well and call the doctor.
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Dr. Charles Cattano answered
Gastroenterology 39 years experience
UR probably right...: About the food poisoning, which should run its course if your girlfriend is otherwise a young healthy woman. However, if she can't keep down liquids, has unremitting vomiting, has fever, symptoms evolve and worsen, or she sees blood with vomitus or diarrhea she will need medical attention soon.
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Dr. Fred Levin answered
Gastroenterology 45 years experience
Observe: If vomiting persist for a few hours an emergency room visit for an antiemetic [ anti-nausea] medication may be necessary. If the nausea subsides sips of water or gatorade will help re-hydrate her.
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