The onset of this condition is abrupt; usually 18 - 36 hours after ingestion of the offending agent. Initial symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea. This is then followed by neurological symptoms, characterized by bilateral descending weakness and paralysis.
a. Staphylococcal food poisoning
b. Foodborne botulism
c. Rotavirus
d. E . coli 0157: H7 infection
e. Enterotoxigenic E . coli