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Question: I drank a can of beer from the night before, i did not realize a fly had dropped in the can. It tasted strange so I poured it in a glass and I saw the fly, there were a bunch of small tiny white things also floating around what should i do
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
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I am sorry to hear that you accidentally drank old beer with a fly in it. You are not at risk for any disease. The amount of bacteria contained on the fly or what ever was in the can would be very small. Fortunately your stomach is a good killer of bacteria and will protect you. I would recommend not drinking any alcohol for at least 2-3 days. This will allow your immune system to amp back up after having drank earlier this week. Also eat good balanced meals and get plenty of rest. All this lifestyle changes will help improve you overall immune system and prevent disease.
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Nothing you can do
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for contacting HCM with your health care concerns
I am sorry to hear that you accidentally drank old beer with a fly in it. You are not at risk for any disease. The amount of bacteria contained on the fly or what ever was in the can would be very small. Fortunately your stomach is a good killer of bacteria and will protect you. I would recommend not drinking any alcohol for at least 2-3 days. This will allow your immune system to amp back up after having drank earlier this week. Also eat good balanced meals and get plenty of rest. All this lifestyle changes will help improve you overall immune system and prevent disease.
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