STORM2K

Posted: **Sat May 01, 2004 8:54 am**

I have food poisoning. I have rarely been so sick. Has anyone here had it, and what did you do for it? Thanks :cry:

Posted: **Sat May 01, 2004 8:59 am**

What food did you eat to get food poisoning?

Posted: **Sat May 01, 2004 9:00 am**

Posted: **Sat May 01, 2004 9:02 am**

Yes, I've had it, and you need to stay home and in bed, (like you feel like doing anything else), and try to sleep as much as you can til it's over...Wish I knew more...

Posted: **Sat May 01, 2004 9:13 am**

How long does it last?

Posted: **Sat May 01, 2004 9:14 am**

Main thing is to NOT get dehydrated. Try some emetrol to calm the nausea, etc. Suck on ice chips. If you start feeling your heart race, go to the hospital so they can give you an i.v. and a shot of phenergan. I've been there. Ended up in the hospital for almost 8 hours. Not fun. I'll think happy thoughts for you. Crackers might help as well.

Posted: **Sat May 01, 2004 9:24 am**

Thanks for the advice. I am taking emetrol. I got sick Thursday night; should I be better by Monday?

Posted: **Sat May 01, 2004 9:33 am**

Actually, with me at least, I was better in about 48 hours. IF you can keep it down, try gatorade, since it has electrolytes. Stay away from caffeine as it causes peristalsis (spelling) which is further spasms in you stomach.

Posted: **Sat May 01, 2004 10:55 am**

Back when I was in the 7th grade, my mom might've gotten food poisoning from the way she was vomiting, I don't know what she ate, but I'm glad that she is still alive. She was glad too. I don't remember what kind of medicine she took though.

Posted: **Sat May 01, 2004 11:17 am**

Other than feeling weak from the possible deydration, you should be better by early next week. If not...see the doc and find out why not.

It is not a good time.

Posted: **Sat May 01, 2004 5:44 pm**

i hope you feel better soon, Sunnyday(hugs).

Posted: **Sat May 01, 2004 6:05 pm**

Ditto.

Sunnyday. Get well wishes and prayers heading your way!!

Posted: **Sat May 01, 2004 7:02 pm**

Sunnyday, I wish for your speedy recovery!

Posted: **Sat May 01, 2004 7:25 pm**

Sunnyday I hope that you recover quikly...and wish you the best my friend

Posted: **Sat May 01, 2004 7:44 pm**

Not to make you feel any worse or scare the living daylights outta ya BUT.....you NEED to go to the sawbones on Monday, get tested for Hepatitis (sp)....I had 3 friends get food pois. on fish, all "3" of them contracted Hepatitis 2 from it........

Yup....I've had it, what worked for me was soda crackers and 7up, Ginger Ale and PLENTY O' REST! Sorry to hear this, it REALLY suz!

Dennis

Posted: **Sat May 01, 2004 7:48 pm**

Sunnyday... I echo the sentiments of everyone here. Get better soon!!! (((HUGS)))

Posted: **Sat May 01, 2004 8:53 pm**

sunnyday - yikes, rest, keep hydrated, call the doc if need be, just get better!!!

Sorry you're sick again! You poor girl, this has been a rough year so far for you!

Mary

Posted: **Sun May 02, 2004 1:12 am**

Lots of clear liquids for a few days..as Suzi said dont get dehydrated. If you cant hold the liquids down then a trip to the hospital is on order.

Posted: **Sun May 02, 2004 5:51 am**

Sunny, I can't add any advice, but get well soon!

Posted: **Sun May 02, 2004 7:13 am**

Sunny, sorry to hear this. I hope you are better soon.