A member asked:

Salmonella. vomited 3x's, stopped vomiting last night, but irritating food's still down there. i have all the classic symptoms. do i need antibiotics?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Salmonella: Salmonella infection is usually self limiting , but some doctors will treat with antibiotics.

Answered 5/24/2017

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Not usually: Most of the time, no treatment is required for Salmonellosis. Oral hydration is important. Antibiotics may be used for at risk individuals (such as infants < 3 months old) or if complications arise. IV hydration is sometimes indicated. Antibiotics can some times cause problems.

Answered 10/26/2018

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