Question 1

can you describe the initial signs of the stomach flu?

Accepted Answer

Few: Vomiting. Later, abdominal pain, diarrhea, slight fever, weakness and just feeling bad.

Question 2

is constipation a sign of the stomach flu?

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Not usually: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramping, headache, fever, and chills are normal symptoms.

Question 3

what are the first signs of a stomach flu?

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Sxs: You might experience a drop in appetite. Nausea could occur as well as loose bowel movement. One may experience stomach cramps, vomiting, fever, fatigue or generalized aching.

Question 4

what are the signs of having a stomach flu?

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Vomiting/fever: These symptoms are no specific or limited to a stomach flu, but may be the only presenting signs.

Question 5

recently, i've been stressed, tired and constipated. when i did poop the color is yellowish, but now its dark green. is this a sign of stomach flu?

Accepted Answer

No: Many things cause constipation.  Stress is one. Get lots of rest, drink lots of water, eat fruit and if needed get miralax (polyethylene glycol).  It is safe and effective over several days.  Stomach flu makes you feel sick.  If you are feeling well stool color is not important unless you see blood.  That requires immediate investigation.   You may need stress management if you can't manage on your own. Read up on it.

Question 6

how does stomach flu start?

Accepted Answer

GI upset: The symptoms of stomach flu (viral gastroenteritis) can include: nausea, vomiting, headache, watery bowel movements (not bloody), abdominal cramps and a low fever.

Question 7

how common is the stomach flu?

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Very common: Stomach flu refers to the virus spread from vomit and diarrhea if you remember the cruise ship issues of several years ago that was a virus.

Question 8

how does the stomach flu begin?

Accepted Answer

Usually Nausea: Stomach virus may start with vague symtoms, but vomiting and nausea are most prominent symptoms over first 24-48 hrs.  These is usually followed by onset of diarrhea which is typically last symptom to resolve.  Fever can be part of illness first 1-3 dys.

Question 9

what to do with the stomach flu?

Accepted Answer

Rest your stomach: When you have vomiting, diarrhea and stomach cramps, it helps to rest your stomach. Drink clear liquids (no milk or juice), eat plain foods in small amounts, and avoid spicy or fried foods for a few days. Do not use medications for diarrhea or vomiting unless recommended by your doctor. 

Call your doctor if you keep vomiting or have a high fever.

Question 10

what can i eat if i have the stomach flu?

Accepted Answer

Stomach flu: The current medical literature emphasizes that you should eat as close to your nomal diet as possible during this illness, if you can (and assuming your usual diet is a healthy one). They used to advise just clear liquids, but this leads to nutritional depletion and longer time to recovery. Nausea and vomiting are what usually limit the ability to eat. So eat a good diet as soon as you can.

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