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Food Poisoning (cont.)

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Food Poisoning Follow-up

After visiting a doctor or the emergency department, the patient should follow any specific instructions and take any medications prescribed exactly as directed. Continue to drink extra fluids until the diarrhea stops completely. The affected individual may need to miss one to two days of work or school to let the body recover. If any symptoms change or worsen, contact a doctor.

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