The document discusses food poisoning in children, noting that it is caused by bacteria, viruses, and toxins from contaminated food and water. Common symptoms in children include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps, and fever. Doctors diagnose food poisoning through symptoms and treat it with hydration and electrolyte replacement or antibiotics if bacterial. The document emphasizes safe food handling, preparation, storage, and avoiding high-risk foods to prevent food poisoning in children.

1. FOOD POISONING
IN CHILD
B y H a r s h M i s h r a
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2. INTRODUCTION
Define food poisoningImportance of addressing it in childrenBriefly mention the main causes

3. Common Causes of
Food Poisoning
◦ Bacteria (e.g., Salmonella, E. Coli)Viruses
(e.g., Norovirus, Rotavirus)Toxins (e.g.,
Botulism)Contaminated food and water
sources

4. SYMPTOMS IN CHILDREN
Nausea, vomiting, diarrheaStomach crampsFeverDehydration

5. DIAGNOSIS
AND
TREATMENT
How doctors diagnose food poisoningHydration
and electrolyte replacementAntibiotics (if bacterial)

6. When to Seek
Medical Help
◦ Warning signs (e.g., high fever, severe
dehydration)Importance of consulting a
healthcare professional

7. Prevention
Strategies
◦ Safe food handling and
preparationHandwashingProper storage of
foodAvoiding high-risk foods (e.g., raw eggs,
undercooked meat)

8. Special Considerations
for Children
◦ Vulnerability of children to food
poisoningBaby food safetySafe practices for
school lunches

9. CASE STUDIES
Real-life examples of food poisoning in children

10. CONCLUSION
Recap main pointsEmphasize the importance of preventionEncourage questions from the
audience