Food Poisoning
Illness caused by consuming contaminated food or water, causing nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps.
Also known as: gastroenteritis, stomach bug.
Category: Infectious
Drugs labeled for Food Poisoning
2 medication ingredients list an association with food poisoning in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Food Poisoning
The following symptoms have been associated with Food Poisoning in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perc...
Chills
A sudden sensation of feeling cold....
Dehydration
A lack of sufficient body fluid, causing thirst, dry mouth, dark urine, and fatigue....
Diarrhea
Abnormally increased frequency (usually defined as three or more) loose or watery bowel movements a day....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Nausea and vomiting
Nausea is a commonly encountered symptom that has been defined as an unpleasant painless subjective feeling th...
Tests used to investigate Food Poisoning
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Food Poisoning. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Ova And Parasite Urine Test
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Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Food Poisoning, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
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When to seek emergency care
Seek emergency care for bloody diarrhea, high fever, severe dehydration, or neurological symptoms.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Food Poisoning?
Food Poisoning is a health condition described in medical literature. Illness caused by consuming contaminated food or water, causing nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps.
What are the symptoms of Food Poisoning?
Food Poisoning is associated with 6 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal pain, Chills, Dehydration, Diarrhea, Fever, Nausea and vomiting. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Food Poisoning diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Food Poisoning include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Ova And Parasite Urine Test. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Food Poisoning, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.