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A member asked:
How long does it take to notice food poisoning symptoms from eating bad chicken?
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It varies...: ...anywhere from a few hours to 5 days, depending on the particular bacteria that might contaminate undercooked or spoiled chicken. But there's no point in doing anything before symptoms start. Just contact your doctor if you develop vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, or fever. Most food poisoning isn't very serious, so it's safe to sit tight and wait for symptoms.
Answered 8/27/2015
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12 to 24 hours: Usually on the order of 12 to 24 hours
Answered 8/27/2015
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