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What do i do if i have food poisining?
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Fluid: Fluid, fluid, getorade. Avoid milk. If you are vomiting see a doctor right away.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Depends on how : Severe symptoms r: viral gastroenteritis usually resolves in 24-48 hours; keep hydrated with fluids; slow diarrhea with kaopectate (kaolin and pectin). If bloody diarrhea or severe diarrhea, see doc; may need IV fluids &/or antibiotics. If marked stiffness (suggestive of botulism) call ambulance for immediate transport to er.
Answered 9/28/2016
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