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Food Poisoning Symptoms
Food poisoning symptoms are typically caused by bacterial or viral infection. When you ingest food that is contaminated with dangerous germ, your body may react within hours or days of ingestion. You can often treat simple cases of food poisoning at home, while more serious cases may require hospitalization and medical treatment.
Although not all food poisoning results in symptoms, many types do. The severity of these symptoms can vary depending on your age and overall health, the type of bacteria or virus involved, and how much-contaminated food you ate. The following are common symptoms of food poisoning.
When to see a doctor
Symptoms of food poisoning do not always indicate a serious problem since most cases will resolve with no medical intervention. However, seek medical treatment if you have these symptoms:
Legal Assistance
If you are a victim of food poisoning caused by someone else’s negligence you may be entitled to financial compensation through a food poisoning lawsuit.