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I'm 36 weeks preg. i are coleslaw last weekend not knowing i shouldn't. for the last two days i have aches, stuffiness, headache. could it be listeria?

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Dr. Elizabeth Wallen answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Coleslaw?: I don't see why you can't have coleslaw as long as it is properly prepared. You can get a food borne illness anytime from anything. As far as listeria, while it is theoretically possible, cole slaw is not a typical food where it is found. Muscle aches, fever, vomiting and diarrhea are the more common symptoms.

Answered 10/20/2014

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A member asked:

I'm 36 weeks preg. i are coleslaw last weekend not knowing i shouldn't. for the last two days i have aches, stuffiness, headache. could it be listeria?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Elizabeth Wallen answered

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