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On vacation in arizona. on the first day, vomited once after eating, hiking, & little water. fine hours later. altitude sickness or food poisoning?

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Dr. Diane Minich answered

Deydration: and possibly heat exhaustion. You need to stay hydrated. Other caused you mentioned could be a cause but not likely.

Dr Chen agreed

Answered 6/26/2014

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A member asked:

On vacation in arizona. on the first day, vomited once after eating, hiking, & little water. fine hours later. altitude sickness or food poisoning?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Diane Minich answered

Dr Chen agreed

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