Decide if you should see a doctor. Here are some guidelines:
“It’s recommended that children, the elderly, pregnant women and people with weakened immune systems visit their physicians if there is a chance they have food poisoning. According to Wilson, members of these high-risk groups are more vulnerable to foodborne illness and can become seriously ill.
A visit to the doctor is also warranted when people with diarrhea or vomiting have these symptoms:
* Bloody diarrhea
* Diarrhea that lasts three or more days
* Fever of over 101º F
* Dehydration
* Neurological symptoms such as weakness
In such cases, doctors recommend increasing your fluid consumption, especially drinks with electrolytes, like Pedialyte®. Sport drinks, like Gatorade®, are not recommended because they primarily replace minerals that have been lost by sweat. If dehydration is severe, IV fluids may be necessary. Stool cultures, and occasionally blood tests, may also be conducted to identify the bacteria or parasite. Treatment will vary depending upon the cause, though antibiotics may be used to treat severe bacterial infections.”