What are the chances my husband had food poisoning?

That's a toughy. I can't tell you what the chances are, but I'd say they are good that it is either salmonella or the "stomach flu" (norovirus). So for the sake of your 12 month old's health, I'd treat it as it it were the stomach flu just in case. There is conflicting info out there regarding whether Lysol kills the norovirus or not, but I know that a bleach solution of 1 part bleach to 10 parts water will kill it. Just make sure everyone in the house washes their hands before they eat and keep the 12 month old out of the room your husband is in. Also, I'd keep your husband out of the kitchen. I would take all of these precautions for for at least 3 days after he stops showing symptoms, because he is still contagious in that time period. If he can use one bathroom while the other people in the house use another bathroom, that will help too. If you don't want your daughter to get sick, make sure you protect yourself as well! Oh, and if you have to clean up after your husband, use gloves and a surgical mask because you can catch it from vomit particles in the air. Wash all sheets and clothing that have been affected in bleach and hot water. Lastly, it will help everyone in the house if they keep their immune systems up by taking vitamin C and zinc and getting plenty of rest.

There is no such thing as the "stomach flu". Its called, Norwalk virus. It sounds like he caught Norwalk virus and it wasn't food poisoning.If it was food poisoning, he would be ill for more than 24 hours.But, only a doctor would have to give an offical diagnosis. Also, use bleach instead of Lysol.Lysol does not kill the noro virus. Here are prevention tips for the future: "Norwalk virus" (Just remember that hand sanitizers will not kill this virus.House hold cleaners such as Lysol will also not kill you.You must use bleach.) The Norwalk virus causes viral Gastroenteritis which is known as the nasty 24 hour bug that causes explosive and sudden diarrhea and projectile vomiting.Usually non life threating but can cause complications in the very young,elderly and those with compromised immune systems. PREVENTION-Wash your hands before preparing food/eating food and most importantly, TOUCHING YOUR MOUTH/NOSE/EYES. The ONLY way to become infected with this virus is if you ingest the contaminated fecal/vomit particles through your eyes,nose and mouth. It is impossible to "breathe" in the virus BUT possible to become infected by breathing in aerosol "spray" droplets from someone vomiting right next to you.(the droplets settle within minuted but can still infect someone until cleaned with bleach) Even if your whole family breaks out with this virus, you can prevent it by washing your hands for at least 15-20 seconds with warm water and soap.Remember that you are not killing the virus, you are washing it down the drain even if you use an antibacterial soap (which only kills bacteria, not viruses) hand sanitizers are also not successful in killing the virus. If a member of your family comes down with the virus, let them know to wash their hands AFTER a bowel movement and vomiting. To clean infected areas, clean with BLEACH.Clean bathrooms (all infected areas) with a bleach solution as soon as possible and be sure to prevent cross contamination and wash your hands afterwards.Especially children! wipe down all commonly touched objects like door knobs, faucet handles, light switches, toilet flushers etc. People are STILL contagious even after 24 hours after their symptoms settle down so it is always important to wash your hands after the rest room (which you should do anyways!) The key to staying Norwalk virus free is to keep sanitary.Wash your hands after using the bathroom...you could prevent other peoples misery as well as yours!! TIPS:Do not share any cups/plates/utensils with an infected person and be sure to wash in a bleach solution to prevent cross contamination with the rest of your family.

undercooked chicken omg, salmonella poisoning possible from the restaurant.