Can food poison cause stomach pain?

Question

Last night I ate at a new roadside stall, and since then I've been having really bad stomach cramps and pain. I'm worried it might be food poisoning. Is intense stomach pain a definite sign of food poisoning?

Suresh Pillai · Accepted Answer

Yes, stomach pain is one of the main symptoms of food poisoning, and it can get really severe very quickly. I once ignored intense cramps after eating street food, thinking they would go away, and ended up severely dehydrated in the hospital. If the pain is sharp or you have a high fever, please go see a doctor immediately.

Preeti Nair · Answer

Yes, food poisoning absolutely causes severe stomach pain and cramps. Please seek medical help if the pain is unbearable or accompanied by continuous vomiting.

Karan Malhotra · Answer

Food poisoning definitely causes intense stomach cramps because your body is trying to flush out toxins. When I had it, I rested completely and avoided any workout or walks until my stomach settled and my doctor gave me the go-ahead. Make sure to prioritize rest and hydration right now.

Rohan Deshmukh · Answer

Yes, cramps happen because the stomach muscles contract violently to expel the contaminated food. My family doctor explained that this pain is usually accompanied by vomiting or diarrhea, and warned me never to take anti-diarrheal medicines without a prescription as they can trap the toxins inside. Please consult a doctor if you can't retain water.

Ananya Sharma · Answer

Yes, severe stomach pain and cramping are very common with food poisoning. Drink plenty of ORS water to stay hydrated, and visit a doctor if the pain doesn't subside.

Can food poison cause stomach pain?

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Consult a gastroenterologist

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