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Been there, done that.
Food poisoning is no fun. It was from Church's fried chicken. Luckily I was not the only one afflicted, and I was with lots of people at the time who transported me to the hospital. Yes, there were embarassing moments, but I made it without ruining their car on the way.
posted by
bettyboop1967
on August 22, 2005 at 3:37 PM
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UGH!
Having had food poisoning before, I know what you went though! I sure hope you're all better now!
posted by
Jemmie211
on August 19, 2005 at 1:31 AM
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Not to belabor the topic,
because I'm sure your agony is long gone, now, but my mom always recommended Pedialyte, too, to help rehydrate your body even while you puke. And during the, uh, expelling phase itself, to not drink (or eat!) a thing. Someone else mentioned that, too, and it's true. If you drink when you can't keep anything down, you'll keep puking and risk seriously seriously dehydrating yourself. It's best to just bit the bullet and let it run its course. The ginger and stuff is for the pre-puking! Some pregnant women, for example, drink ginger tea to help with nausea.
posted by
SilverMoon7
on August 18, 2005 at 11:46 PM
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MayB--
Of course, I knew you would!! But some don't...
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 3:51 PM
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medusa--
I used to write a lot longer posts, but I have come to realize that longer is not better, and most people will skim if it's more than a few paragraphs. Thanks for the compliment!
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 3:51 PM
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Jillian, sandra, jayelle, avant and georgia,
thank you for the get well wishes!
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 3:49 PM
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Hope you feel better, Quirky!
posted by
Georgia
on August 17, 2005 at 2:53 PM
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Ugh, that doesn't sound like fun. Perhaps it was a reaction to something out of sync. I try to spare my readers from some things
posted by
Azur
on August 17, 2005 at 2:39 PM
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Quirky...Just the right amount of information!
I admire how you can write brief blogs but get your point across so nicely. Good job. Feel better....
posted by
MedusaNextDoor
on August 17, 2005 at 1:40 PM
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hope you feel better soon
drink plenty of fluids.
posted by
avant-garde
on August 17, 2005 at 1:02 PM
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Oooh, you poor thing. I hope you're feeling better
posted by
jayelle76
on August 17, 2005 at 12:55 PM
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Feel better Quirky :o) Sandi
posted by
Sandra_Harris
on August 17, 2005 at 12:54 PM
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Quirkyalone
I am sorry you are feeling ill. I understand how you feel not having someone to comfort you during this time. I hope you get better soon and your healthy life turns around.
posted by
Jillians.New-Beginning
on August 17, 2005 at 12:39 PM
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silver--
thanks for the chuckle...my books say to get some Pedialyte but I just can't buy that...for me...lol.
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 12:36 PM
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Ginger ale helps because...
Ginger is supposed to calm your stomach. Cola syrup does the same thing, but ginger is usually better, I believe. Mineral water is good, too, because it helps replace some of the nutrients you lost.
posted by
SilverMoon7
on August 17, 2005 at 12:33 PM
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don't worry, Quirky, it wasn't all just water you lost...
it was a lot of other stuff, too. (hope that made you laugh) Hope you're feeling better soon...
posted by
SilverMoon7
on August 17, 2005 at 12:30 PM
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strat--
yeah---what IS it with ginger ale, anyway?? I never really understood how soda could make you feel better...but hey, don't knock what works, right?
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 12:17 PM
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BrightIrish--
Oh gosh no, please don't dwell on it! lol.
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 12:16 PM
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Hope you're feeling better, Quirky.
Last time that happened to me, I was on chicken soup, genger ale and popsickles for two weeks.
The flavor ice things, the ones that come in those plastic tubes, are the best. They're cheap -- like five bucks for a pack of 200, or something like that, and they'll keep you alive for weeks.
And as Grizzard said, and I believe, "Ginger Ale can heal the sick and raise the dead."
posted by
strat
on August 17, 2005 at 11:58 AM
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Quirkyalone
Hi .. I hope you are feeling better.. You shared just enough info.! If we want to dwell on it we can fill in the rest..
Take Care.....
posted by
BrightIrish
on August 17, 2005 at 11:32 AM
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word...
well I'm not exactly sure "enjoy" is the correct word...but thanks.
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 11:08 AM
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ltlmac--
I pity them too. lol.
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 11:08 AM
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Enjoy the weight loss and take care of yourself.
posted by
word.smith
on August 17, 2005 at 11:03 AM
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Merry--
well, thanks...my pants are a bit loose! lol.
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 11:02 AM
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Sounds awful!
I don't tell all, exactly. I simply tell what I want to and pity the fool who tries to mess with me!!
ltlmac70
posted by
superflymom119
on August 17, 2005 at 11:00 AM
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Well Quirky
there is tmi and there is TMI!!!
I'm glad you are feeling better. and you look stunning and oh so thin!
posted by
MerryAnne
on August 17, 2005 at 11:00 AM
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katray--
oh...thanks!
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 10:54 AM
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Taps--
I would think that "telling all" would have the opposite effect to garnering clicks...me, I run away from TMI...and fast!!
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 10:52 AM
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Not too much for me Quirky
If you would have went into..umm, descriptive detail about the effects of your illness, that would have been too much, lol.
You shared quite gracefully and presented a good point in my opinion.
posted by
Katray2
on August 17, 2005 at 10:51 AM
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Quirky, "Telling all" garners clicks. Sorry you've been sick.
posted by
TAPS.
on August 17, 2005 at 10:45 AM
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katray--thanks, you are sweet.
did I tell too much, too much detail, do you think?? I almost didn't want to say ANYTHING because that can be TMI...
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 10:43 AM
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Saltines or dry toast a good start...
Poor Quirky - I hate those belly bugs - yech! TMI...I agree, some things need no further details in writing.;) Hope you're feeling better.
posted by
Katray2
on August 17, 2005 at 10:39 AM
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Tissi--
thanks, I'm inclined to agree with your wise Mom!!
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 10:32 AM
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awww Quirky
hope you are feeling better..that is a horrible feeling. My Mom has always said in situations like that not to take anything..better to just let the bad stuff pass. Stay hydrated though
Tissi Blake 
posted by
TissiBlake
on August 17, 2005 at 10:25 AM
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blackcat--
at one point dying almost seemed preferable to the pain.
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 10:08 AM
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I've had true food poisoning before... that is NOT fun... I thought I would
die... it was at least 12 hours in my case. Just try to stay hydrated.... flat ginger ale and saltines. Hope you're feeling better now.
posted by
-blackcat
on August 17, 2005 at 10:02 AM
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MIA--
ROFL right back atcha! Too funny. The devil's in the details...whatever THAT is supposed to mean.
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 9:53 AM
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David--
peanut butter---eeeeew...uh...be right back!
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 9:52 AM
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Quirky
Could you give a number...like how many times you threw up........LMAO.......
posted by
MiaElla
on August 17, 2005 at 9:47 AM
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You do have to eat something
Even small salds. They say peanut butter is good on an empty stomach. It works for me a lot!
posted by
David1Spirit
on August 17, 2005 at 9:43 AM
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not a fan of either really. But thank you for the suggestions.
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 9:29 AM
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It always settles my tummy...Peppermint works too, if you like it better?
posted by
Ariala
on August 17, 2005 at 9:22 AM
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Tim--
Nasty is right...thank you for the comment and the rose, I feel better already.
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 9:21 AM
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Quirky
Food poisoning!! Nasty stuff.........all you can do is let it pass. Hope you feel better soon
posted by
TIMMYTALES
on August 17, 2005 at 9:12 AM
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Quirky,
You are VERY welcome :)
posted by
SincerityAnna
on August 17, 2005 at 8:55 AM
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Isa--
Thanks, I'm sure I will in due time.
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 8:54 AM
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Ariala--
I'm not much of a spearmint fan...but maybe I could try it, if you think it works?
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 8:53 AM
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Anna--
I saw my reading, it was interesting...thanks!!
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 8:53 AM
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lady--
Oh, I didn't think of that. Mostly I just didn't want to call 911 and I couldn't really drive.
posted by
Julia.
on August 17, 2005 at 8:52 AM
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I'm sorry that happened to you...
hope you will manage to eat sth...
posted by
Marshallengraved
on August 17, 2005 at 8:45 AM
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Oh man, those sorts of experiences are awful...I hope you're better now...
Drink some speariment tea to settle the tummy.
posted by
Ariala
on August 17, 2005 at 8:33 AM
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Quirky,
That's awful, but you have a great positive attitude!!! My husband had food poisoning once...you poor dear...hey, btw, I am about to do your reading...
posted by
SincerityAnna
on August 17, 2005 at 8:31 AM
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Quirky
I'm so sorry, that's awful. The ER can give you IV's which may make you feel better. I hope you feel better!
posted by
ladyofshalott
on August 17, 2005 at 8:30 AM
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