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How should a pregnant woman treat food poisioning?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Depends on type: Treatment of Food poisoning may include oral or intravenous replacement of fluids/ electrolytes. Antibiotics may be needed for bacterial infections. Hospitalization is sometimes necessary.

Answered 11/14/2015

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