What are the basic symptoms about food poisoning?
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What are the basics about food poisoning? How to recognize the symptoms and what are the steps to treat food poisoning?
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The usual symptoms of food poisoning are vomiting, diarrhea, nausea and abdominal cramping. Depending of the contaminant there also can be headaches and dizziness.
Usually the symptoms appear within 24 to 48 hours after the ingestion, but it can take longer in some cases. Most of the cases of food poisoning last less than 24 hours, no need to see a doctor. Be sure to drink a lot of liquid in small frequent sips: water mostly with salt to avoid dehydration. Avoid food if there are still traces of vomiting and diarrhea. Rest.
If you encounter most serious symptoms of food poisoning on a longer period, then you should see a doctor.
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