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I was in a restroom in the airport, and i believe someone came in and started throwing up. i was wearing a kn95 mask and left within a few seconds. i dont think she was next to me, but was in a stall around 10 ft from me. did i catch something?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Very unlikely. However, if that person was vomiting due to norovirus -- the most common cause of viral gastroenteritis -- it is conceivable you were exposed and could be infected. However, your mask would have provided very good if not total protection. I wouldn't worry about it.

Answered 7/5/2023

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not likely, hand hygiene remains best after using public restrooms in preventing possible gi infections. Nausea and vomiting, commonly seen in infections may be due to a variety of non infectious medical conditions.

Answered 7/5/2023

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