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I think i ate mold on american cheese on a sandwich i had from mcdonalds. i have to go on vacation today and i'm worried i'll be sick. will i be ok?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

No worries: Eating common mold on bread or cheese is not dangerous and you won't have any symptoms. Don't worry about it. Have a great vacation!

Dr Kwok and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/21/2015

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