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Will Eating Uncooked Chicken Cause Any Harm To The Baby During Pregnancy?

hi im 22 years old 5ft 5 and 39 weeks pregnant, i was just out for dinner and was half way through my chicken casserole when i scrapped some of the sauce of i noticed the chicken was not cooked, im concerned now about the health of my baby if i have been food posioned. what should i do? thank you
Wed, 22 Apr 2015
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Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion if undercooked chicken is eaten it might cause food poisoning.If symptoms like vomitings,pain abdomen or loose motions occur you might need a course of antibiotics.Dont worry that might not harm the baby.Take adequate fluids.
Best regards..Dr srilatha
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Will Eating Uncooked Chicken Cause Any Harm To The Baby During Pregnancy?

Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion if undercooked chicken is eaten it might cause food poisoning.If symptoms like vomitings,pain abdomen or loose motions occur you might need a course of antibiotics.Dont worry that might not harm the baby.Take adequate fluids. Best regards..Dr srilatha