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Pregnant, can i get listeria from eating food that touched raw veggies? i ordered a sandwich that had lettuce and tomato, took them off and ate rest.

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Unlikely: Listeria is classically associated with eating soft cheeses like Brie or Camembert. In most reputable restaurants -did you ever try a disreputable one?- the lettuce and tomato should be considered safe to eat. Best wishes.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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