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Food Poisoning
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Food Poisoning

Get expert care on managing your food poisoning.

Licensed providers in all 50 states

Expert-guided, evidence-based treatments

Skip the trip to the doctor's office

Visit options

We'll check any insurance and show you your options before you book.

Video Visit

$25

Est. or $100 w/o insurance

Most insurance accepted

Board-certified

No hidden fees

Available nationwide

What to expect from a Food Poisoning visit

1

Share your health story

Answer a few questions about your goals and concerns. And, we'll gather your full health history from past providers.

2

Meet your clinician

Pick a time that works for you to speak with a licensed clinician. They'll review your health story beforehand, so your visit can be used to listen and dig deeper.

3

Get your care plan

Leave with clear next steps and a personalized care plan. If you need medication, labs, or to see a specialist, your clinician will take care of the details for you.

4

Own your health

Track your progress, schedule follow-ups, and adjust care as your needs evolve. Your care team and General AI is only a few taps away.

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Ongoing support, always available.

You’ll be supported by experienced clinicians who care for a wide range of health needs, from everyday concerns to more complex conditions.

Our clinicians track your progress over time and adjust your care as needed. If medication is prescribed, we’ll manage dosing and monitor for side effects. If lab testing is recommended, we review results and refine your plan accordingly. You’re never left to navigate care on your own.

All your care in one place. That’s the General Medicine difference.

We help you understand your options, connect you to the right clinicians, manage prescriptions, coordinate any needed evaluations, and keep an eye on your overall health along the way. It’s comprehensive care that looks at the full picture — your goals, your history, your lifestyle — and makes it simple to move forward with confidence.

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Reasons to book your food poisoning visit

Most food poisoning resolves on its own — but when symptoms are severe or someone vulnerable is affected, clinical evaluation matters. This visit makes sure you're getting the right care.

Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea started within hours of a specific meal

Symptoms are severe, worsening, or have lasted more than 48 hours

You have a high fever, bloody stool, or significant abdominal pain

You're showing signs of dehydration and can't keep fluids down

You're pregnant, elderly, immunocompromised, or caring for a young child with symptoms

You want to know if a stool test or antibiotic treatment is warranted

What our customers have to say

“I feel like I’m finally on the right path to improving my health with the right support now! It’s so refreshing and reassuring.”

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“My experience with General Medicine was amazing. The understanding and care that was taken to figure out what is exactly going on with me. I feel like a weight has been lifted off of me.”

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Get the care you need, without the wait.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I have food poisoning versus a stomach virus?

Food poisoning typically begins within hours of a specific meal — particularly with Staph aureus (1–6 hours) or Bacillus cereus toxins. Viral gastroenteritis has a 1–3 day incubation period and tends to spread through close contacts. Both cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea — but rapid onset linked to a specific food strongly suggests food poisoning.

When does food poisoning require medical attention?

Seek evaluation for high fever, blood in stool, inability to keep any fluids down for more than 24 hours, signs of significant dehydration, neurological symptoms (double vision, muscle weakness — possible botulism), symptoms in vulnerable patients (pregnant women, elderly, immunocompromised), or symptoms lasting more than 3 days.

Do I need antibiotics for food poisoning?

Most food poisoning is self-limiting and does not require antibiotics — the body clears the toxin or organism without specific treatment. Antibiotics are indicated for specific bacterial causes in high-risk patients or severe cases — salmonella in immunocompromised patients, shigella, and certain Campylobacter cases. Stool culture guides treatment when needed.

How do I prevent spreading food poisoning to others in my household?

Thorough handwashing — particularly after using the bathroom — is the most important measure. Avoid preparing food for others during illness and for at least 48 hours after symptoms resolve. Clean and disinfect bathroom surfaces. Vomit and diarrhea may contain high infectious loads of certain organisms.

What side effects are associated with food poisoning treatments?

Oral rehydration solutions are very safe. Loperamide reduces stool frequency but should not be used when high fever or bloody stool suggests invasive bacterial infection. Ondansetron for nausea is well tolerated. Antibiotics when prescribed carry standard GI and resistance considerations. Most patients recover completely without any medication. Food Poisoning visit What to expect from a Food Poisoning visit
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