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Ailments and Situations - Food Poisoning |
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Page 1 of 5 (also referred to as...) Botulism, E. Coli Poisoning, Salmonella Poisoning, Staphylococcal Poisoning, Traveler's Diarrhea Description Food poisoning can be a short-lived, yet extremely uncomfortable, experience resulting from the consumption of bacteria-laden, or otherwise "spoiled", foods. Symptoms and Signs: Symptoms appear two to forty eight hours after exposure and include abdominal cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting. A fever, itching, and sweating may also occur. Symptoms range from mild to severe, depending on the type of food poisoning, your pre-existing health, and the quantity of infectious organism ingested.
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