Symptoms of Food Poisoning

Symptoms of Food Poisoning May Result in Severe Pain

Nearly everyone has experienced some kind of food poisoning. Usually the illness is mild, but it can be deadly.

Symptoms can include:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal cramps

If you or a loved one is showing symptoms of food poisoning, it's important to ensure your legal rights are protected. You may be entitled to compensation for lost work, medical expenses and pain and suffering, among other possible damages. Turn to a skilled lawyer at Metzger Wickersham for help.

Seek Medical Help if You Have The Following Symptoms of Food Poisoning

The symptoms usually occur within two days of consuming a contaminated food product or drink. Contact a health care provider for a diarrheal illness if it is accompanied by:

• High fever (temperature over 101.5 F)
• Blood in the stools
• Prolonged vomiting that prevents keeping liquids down. This can lead to dehydration
• Signs of dehydration, including a decrease in urination, a dry mouth or throat and feeling dizzy when standing up
• Diarrheal illness that lasts more than three days

Contact a Lawyer with Our Firm if Experiencing Symptoms of Food Poisoning

At Metzger Wickersham, serving Harrisburg, Shippensburg, Lancaster, York, and Wilkes-Barre and communities throughout Pennsylvania, a lawyer may be able to help if you or a loved one has been injured by food-borne illness. Contact us.

Remember, your initial consultation is free, and you don't pay us unless you win.