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I am 24 weeks pregnant and ate yoghurt that felt a bit off (sour). yoghurt was opened and stored in the fridge, but i don't know for how many days. yoghurt is still valid (within expiration date) and pasteurized. should i be worried about listeria?

Q: i am 24 weeks pregnant and ate yoghurt that felt a bit off (sour). yoghurt was opened and stored in the fridge, but i don't know for how many days. yoghurt is still valid (within expiration date) and pasteurized. should i be worried about listeria?

: Pasteurization eliminates the risk of listeria.

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Pasteurization eliminates the risk of listeria.

Dr A Freisleben-Cook agreed

Answered 3/20/2023

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A member asked:

I am 24 weeks pregnant and ate yoghurt that felt a bit off (sour). yoghurt was opened and stored in the fridge, but i don't know for how many days. yoghurt is still valid (within expiration date) and pasteurized. should i be worried about listeria?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr A Freisleben-Cook agreed

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