Question 1

can i have the flu without vomiting?

Accepted Answer

Certainly!: "Flu" is a term misused in many ways but the classic way we as providers qualify flu is when there is a viral infection caused by the influenza viruses that leads to fever, sores throat, cough, body aches, muscle aches, headache, and general malaise.  When someone uses the term "stomach flu", it may not be caused by the influenza virus alone.  Some of those infections are caused by other viruses.

Question 2

how typical is it for adults to vomit when they have the flu?

Accepted Answer

Flu: Possible if fever high, but most common in children.

Question 3

what would cause a cough and vomiting? i'm not sick with the flu, and don't smoke

Accepted Answer

Irritation: The dry cough from irritation can induced vomiting the coughing could be violent and strong to the point of creating a bad gag reflex that will induce the vomiting try to drink hot green tea with lemon and honey

Question 4

ive been waking up in the middle of the night to vomit nothing. my urine is also a lot darker. i dont think its the flu, what could it be?

Accepted Answer

More info: Hi, 
More information is needed to properly answer your question. If you have severe symptoms, please been seen locally for formal work up and treatment. Hope this helps

Question 5

ever since my son has started nursery, he is vomiting every night and is having the flu on and off, along with temperature. he has also lost weight.

Accepted Answer

More info is needed: Your pediatrician will evaluate the problem best.  Sometimes new environments will have viruses that take time to develop antibodies to protect:; however fever and weight loss are a concern and need to be carefully evaluated.  Weight loss may be associated with poor eating habits or even psychological issues with your child in a new environment.  Good luck.

Question 6

i recently recovered from the flu. i am so hungry but i have no appetite. i feel like if i eat something, i'm going to vomit. is this from flu?

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It may be: But something may be going on at the same time.  Never make assumptions when facts can become available.  See your doctor and get this worked out.  Infections of any kind can suppress appetite, because chemical mediators released from inflammatory cells suppress appetite.  They do not usually, however, produce nausea.  Get checked.

Question 7

i have been vomiting on and off for  5 days straight and been having pains in my right side that feels like stabbing pains. i know its not the flu?

Accepted Answer

Possibilities: There are a number of conditions that can cause such symptoms including gallstones, kidney stones, kidney infection.  See your doctor now for evaluation.

Question 8

i have the flu and am trying to keep hydrated but i vomit when i eat or drink. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Flu care: If what you have is a viral gastroenteritis, more commonly known as the stomach, flu, the best thing to do if you are actively vomiting is to stop food intake. But you will need to stay hydrated with fluids such as water, juice or electrolyte solutions such as gatorade. Once you are settled down from the vomiting slowly reintroduce soft bland foods like bread, toast, rice applesauce, and bananas.

Question 9

my 2 year old daughter had a flu shot this morning and has started vomiting this evening. is this from the flu shot?

Accepted Answer

No: Minor problem following a flu shot include,soreness,redness on shot site, hoarseness ,red or itchy eyes, cough, fever, headache ,itching and fatigue.

Question 10

my son was diagnosed with the flu and for four days has had vomiting. now hes having leg pain. could this be dehydration?

Accepted Answer

Could be: and you don't want to wait on that, please take your son to Urgent Care or ER, he needs to be evaluated and may need IV fluids and other medications to control his symptoms,  wish you both wellness

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What would cause a cough and vomiting? i'm not sick with the flu, and don't smoke

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Ive been waking up in the middle of the night to vomit nothing. my urine is also a lot darker. i dont think its the flu, what could it be?

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Ever since my son has started nursery, he is vomiting every night and is having the flu on and off, along with temperature. he has also lost weight.

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I recently recovered from the flu. i am so hungry but i have no appetite. i feel like if i eat something, i'm going to vomit. is this from flu?

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I have been vomiting on and off for 5 days straight and been having pains in my right side that feels like stabbing pains. i know its not the flu?

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I have the flu and am trying to keep hydrated but i vomit when i eat or drink. what should i do?

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My 2 year old daughter had a flu shot this morning and has started vomiting this evening. is this from the flu shot?

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My son was diagnosed with the flu and for four days has had vomiting. now hes having leg pain. could this be dehydration?

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