Starbucks food poisoning

Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhoea and fever can occur with food poisoning, but they can also follow a viral illness, food intolerance or another cause. Symptoms after a particular drink or meal do not establish that the venue or a specific item was responsible.

Record what you consumed, when you ate or drank it, when symptoms began, and whether anyone else who shared the item became ill. Read more about Food Poisoning, Abdominal Pain, Diarrhoea, Fever, Nausea and Vomiting. A clinician can assess the pattern and your hydration.

Rest and take frequent small sips of water. Use Oral Rehydration Therapy if vomiting or diarrhoea continues, because it replaces fluid and salts. When appetite returns, choose light foods and avoid alcohol until you feel recovered.

Keep receipts, packaging or order details if available, and report suspected illness to the relevant local food-safety authority if advised. Do not prepare food for others while actively vomiting or having diarrhoea. IV Fluid Therapy may be used in a medical setting when dehydration is serious.

Get urgent medical help for confusion, fainting, severe weakness, very little urine, blood in vomit or stool, severe abdominal pain, breathing problems, or vomiting that prevents any fluid intake. Seek prompt advice when symptoms are worsening or a child, older adult, pregnant person or chronically ill person is affected.

Ask whether the symptoms fit food poisoning, how to replace fluids, whether you need testing, and which medicines are suitable. Share the exact food or drink, the time between consumption and symptoms, stool or vomit changes, fever, and any relevant medical conditions.