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Can my food poisoning hurt the baby?
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No: Although food poisoning can be miserable in general it will not hurt the fetus. Most cases resolve in 24-48 hours. The key is to avoid dehydration. Dehydration can lead to contractions and preterm labor. The exception would be when food poisoning reaches the blood stream and causes sepsis. Sepsis requires hospitalization. If you have a fever or contractions you should let your doctor know.
Answered 11/7/2012
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Yes: Most food poisoning can make you dehydrated which can affect the baby. Rarely food poisoning caused by listeria can cause a stillbirth. Always eat fresh food. Wash your vegetables and fruit thoroughly. Make sure your meat is fresh.
Answered 5/21/2015
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