Food poisoning that is caused by certain bacteria, viruses, or parasites is contagious. So, if you or your child has symptoms of food poisoning, take steps to protect yourself and to prevent the spread of the illness. Sometimes, food poisoning is the result of chemicals or toxins found in the food. 29 июн. 2018 г.
How long does food poisoning last and is it contagious?
Food poisoning usually may last up to 10 days, depending upon the cause. The stomach flu usually lasts about 1 to 3 days. You can be contagious with the stomach flu for a few days up to about 2 weeks, depending on the infecting viral strain.
Is food poisoning considered infectious?
Food poisoning is generally categorized as an infectious disease because it is usually caused by bacteria (such as E. coli). However, you cannot infect other people with your food poisoning as you can infect them with measles.
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