Question 1

had the stomach flu and also experienced lower back/kidney pain during that time.  been 4 days, is this normal and how long will it last?

Accepted Answer

No: 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 2

is it normal to experience side and lower back ache during stomach flu?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Musculoskeletal pain can occur with the flu.  A stomach illness is also possible if you are vomiting a lot.

Question 3

what are symptoms of dehydration if you have the stomach flu?

Accepted Answer

Dry mouth/lips...: Depending on the age of the person, there ae different things you can monitor for dehydration.  You should urinate minimum of once every 12 hours - less often my indicate dehydration.  Lips and mouth dryness, no tears for kids.  More severe dehydration skin feels different, soft spot on baby may look sunk in, heart rate may be increased.Pay attention to thirst -it also tells you to get more fluid!

Question 4

i have had the stomach flu twice in two weeks (no vomiting though), both with severe joint pains and pain behind my kidney. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Urine infection: You should consider urinary tract infection as a possibility (pyelonephritis). Urinalysis could be very useful.

Question 5

are ritz good for stomach flu.  what is the best way to rehydrate after,  and how can you tell if your dehydrated ?

Accepted Answer

May need a doctor: A person gets dehydrated usually from vomiting and/or diarrhea, especially if she is drinking incorrect drinks or amounts. Tiredness and thirst are early signs. Mouth then gets sticky (instead of wet), eyes look a bit sunken, urine is little and darker, hands and feet get colder, skin color doesn't look so good, skin feels dough-like, etc...  Small sips of Pedialyte every 20-30 minutes helps.

Question 6

i am a type 1 diabetic and i have had symptoms of the stomach flu for almost 48 hours. i'm dehydrated but can't go to the e.r. and miss class. any tips?

Accepted Answer

You will need : To hydrate and make sure you have adequate sugar control. Things can spiral downward pretty quickly when you have diabetes with a superimposed infection. Make sure you are in communication with your doctor.

Question 7

lowermiddle back  pain after the stomach flu? i was able to eat soup and gatorade and it stayed down.

Accepted Answer

Aches and pains r: To be expected with any flu.Continue with small frequent sips of gatoraid.When hungry,try a little baked potato,toast, crackers,white rice. For aches,pain,fever use Tylenol (acetaminophen).

Question 8

i just recovered from the stomach flu, why do i have shooting back pain only when i am standing or walking? i cannot get up

Accepted Answer

Pain: It is hard to make a diagnosis without proper history and physical examination. However if you just suffered a stomach flu i assume that you were in bed for extended period of time. The back pain that you are experiencing could be due to musculoskeletal origin. Perhaps stretching and massage may help. If it persists or worsens check with your primary doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Question 9

i went to the doctors and found out i am just getting over a stomach flu/virus . she said my pains in my side and back are normal. how long will they ?

Accepted Answer

Varies: 7-10 days is not uncommon.

Question 10

i know this may sound weird but i was out sick with the stomach flu for four days.now work is requiring a note to come back from a doctor. is that something i can do here?

Accepted Answer

No: If you have a primary that knows you or one that you called about this condition then they would be best suited for a letter. No doctor on a forum like this would write a letter saying that so and so was out for four days with stomach flu having no previous exam during your illness. Try and tell the office that you had a stomach virus you were to ill to go to work but not enough to require an MD

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Kidney pain in back due to dehydration from stomach flu

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Had the stomach flu and also experienced lower back/kidney pain during that time. been 4 days, is this normal and how long will it last?

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Is it normal to experience side and lower back ache during stomach flu?

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What are symptoms of dehydration if you have the stomach flu?

A member asked:

I have had the stomach flu twice in two weeks (no vomiting though), both with severe joint pains and pain behind my kidney. what should i do?

A member asked:

Are ritz good for stomach flu. what is the best way to rehydrate after, and how can you tell if your dehydrated ?

A member asked:

I am a type 1 diabetic and i have had symptoms of the stomach flu for almost 48 hours. i'm dehydrated but can't go to the e.r. and miss class. any tips?

A member asked:

Lowermiddle back pain after the stomach flu? i was able to eat soup and gatorade and it stayed down.

A member asked:

I just recovered from the stomach flu, why do i have shooting back pain only when i am standing or walking? i cannot get up

A member asked:

I went to the doctors and found out i am just getting over a stomach flu/virus . she said my pains in my side and back are normal. how long will they ?

A member asked:

I know this may sound weird but i was out sick with the stomach flu for four days.now work is requiring a note to come back from a doctor. is that something i can do here?

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