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Feeling ill after eating leftover chinese food that was reheated in the plastic to-go container. upset stomach, gas, bad taste in mouth. what's wrong?

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Dr. John Feola answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

R/O FOOD POISONING : Evaluate for food poisoning you need stool and labs screened and a through exam. If diarrhea develops empiric therapy with CipRo (ciprofloxacin) is usually started. Get prompt evaluation as dehydration can develop rapidly.

Answered 3/7/2015

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Dr. Corey Clay answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Toxin: Food poisoning from bacterial toxins cause almost immediate symptoms. Symptoms that should prompt one to seek medical attention: frequent vomiting and inability to replace fluids. signs of dehydration (excessive thirst, little urination, weakness, lightheadedness), blood in vomit or stool, diarrhea for more than 3 days, fever higher than 101.5F, or extreme pain with abdominal cramping.

Answered 8/12/2016

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