Question 1

Hi there about 2 weeks before christmas i had a stomach virus which lasted 10 days i was fine for a week afterwords but then i get nausia and feeling sick everyday don't know what to do can someone help as its effecting my job?

Accepted Answer

Based on your description and your symptoms what seemed to have been a stomach virus might have been just the onset of a different medical condition or uncovered a different condition. You definitely need to seek immediate medical attention for further work up and treatment. Would also recommend starting with your doctor.

Question 2

I woke up having pain in stomach and have felt nauseas all day and haven't ate much do you think i am getting stomach virus

Accepted Answer

You have symptoms which could be serious and should see your physician.  He/she will listen to you, do a physical examinarion, run some tests, and let you know what's going on.

Question 3

Does taking zofran (ondansetron) make stomach virus last longer?

Accepted Answer

Zofran (ondansetron) may slow the transit time in the gut and rarely the bowels can stop moving.  Therefore potential to prolong the period of time in wh/a virus is in contact w/the gut.  In a study in children w/vomiting gastroenteritis who took zofran (ondansetron) x 48 hrs, return to the er w/diarrhea was higher in the kids w/zofran (ondansetron).  Another study gave 1 dose & the er return was less w/zofran (ondansetron) but kids had more diarrhea.

Question 4

Why am i shaky after stomach virus? i had norovirus five days ago for 24hrs went to the dr for dizziness/nausea yesterday was given stemetil. not dehydrated, bp ok but so shaky and legs feel weak. why is this and how long should it last?

Accepted Answer

Imbalance is common after viral infections. Specifically Potassium and Magnesium are commonly affected and may cause muscular symptoms. Enriched drinks as well as extra fruit and vegetables should help in a matter of few days. If that is not the case would suggest contacting your doc for further instructions.

Question 5

How long does a stomach virus typically last? i'm going on 3 days of not eating, high fevers, nausea, vomiting, sweating and aching all over, help!

Accepted Answer

Most stomach bugs last 2-3 days, so you should either be feeling better very soon, or should be checked out. Especially if you are not keeping any fluids down, you are at risk for dehydration.Most gastroenteritis infections also have diarrhea, so if only the symptoms you describe, must also consider other infections, such as urine or lung, or something more than a bug.

Question 6

How long does a stomach virus last for?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the type of "food poisoning", the degree of infection, and any other chronic medical conditions you may have.

Question 7

How much time does a stomach virus last?

Accepted Answer

According to the CDC, viral gastroenteritis usually has a duration of 1 to 10 days (depending on the specific virus). The average is 1 to 3 days.

Question 8

How long is it normal for a stomach virus last?

Accepted Answer

Some viral infections last 24 hours, others 1 week. Sometimes the virus is cleared, but symptoms linger at a lower intensity and frequency for weeks to months. Symptoms lasting longer than 2 to 4 weeks should be evaluated by a health care provider.

Question 9

For what length of time can a stomach virus last on surfaces?

Accepted Answer

There are several virus strains which cause gastrointestinal infection called stomach virus.These viruses can be contagious on the surfaces from 3to14 days depending on the virus and the surface..But in referigerrator they can last much longer.

Question 10

How long does stomach virus last? and how can i get rid of it?

Accepted Answer

A viral illness usually takes 3-5 days to resolve, either upper respiratory tract or GI tract infection. Symptoms are usually peak on day 2-3, then improve. Viral illness of the GI tract is self limited and there is no treatment for this problem. You should maintain good hydration and take medication as needed for the symptom such as fever or diarrhea.

How long does nausea last after stomach virus

Hi there about 2 weeks before christmas i had a stomach virus which lasted 10 days i was fine for a week afterwords but then i get nausia and feeling sick everyday don't know what to do can someone help as its effecting my job?

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I woke up having pain in stomach and have felt nauseas all day and haven't ate much do you think i am getting stomach virus

Does taking zofran (ondansetron) make stomach virus last longer?

Why am i shaky after stomach virus? i had norovirus five days ago for 24hrs went to the dr for dizziness/nausea yesterday was given stemetil. not dehydrated, bp ok but so shaky and legs feel weak. why is this and how long should it last?

How long does a stomach virus typically last? i'm going on 3 days of not eating, high fevers, nausea, vomiting, sweating and aching all over, help!

How long does a stomach virus last for?

How much time does a stomach virus last?

How long is it normal for a stomach virus last?

For what length of time can a stomach virus last on surfaces?

How long does stomach virus last? and how can i get rid of it?

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