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Food Poisoning (Symptoms (Nausea, Diarrhoea, Vomitting, Abdominal…
Food Poisoning
Symptoms
Nausea
Diarrhoea
Vomitting
Abdominal discomfort
High fever
Prevention
Avoid handling of food
Avoid contact with population at risk
elderly
pediatrics
immunocompromised
Proper hygiene
Handwashing
separate utensils and towels
Clean toilet surfaces
Causes
Macrological
Uncooked/undercooked/expired food
Inappropriate storage
Improper handling
Microbiological pathogens
Bacteria
Salmonella
Escherichia coli
Campylobacter
Listeria
Shigella
Viral
Rotavirus and notovirus
Parasitic
Toxoplasma gondii
Mold and Toxins
Natural toxins (pufferfish)
Chemical toxins
Management
Pharmacological
Adsorbents
kaolin
NaOH
Stool cultures
If not alleviated after 3-4 days
Antimicrobial agents
If fever and diarrhoea over 3 days
Ciprofloxacin 500mg bid
Do not use unless microbiological analysis is conducted
Non-pharmacological
Oral Rehydration Salts
Isotonic drinks
Proper bed rest
Appropriate diet
Avoid fatty food, large amounts
Bland food
Bananas