Question 1

what are some symptoms of the stomach virus that is going around?

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: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain.

Question 2

is there a stomach virus going around in the greensburg, pa area?

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?perhaps: In our area (northern calif), we've had an outbreak of norovirus.  Besides norovirus, there are also other enteroviruses which can cause diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, muscle aches, fatigue, and headache.  Perhaps pennsylvania is seeing some activity of these common viruses.

Question 3

had stomach virus for a week and now my stomach still hurts a lot, usually waking me up in the morning but sometimes i cant even go. help?

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Time to...: It is time to be seen if you are having persistent abdominal pain after a virus especially if it pain is getting worse. I see you have IBS which could be this condition acting up but without and exam and worsening of symptoms I am unable to give you a final answer through this platform. See your doctor or go to the nearest urgent care center or ED if pain is severe.

Question 4

is there a stomach virus still going around in the greensburg, pa area?

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Yes: Currently, early spring 2012, a form of acute gastroenteritis caused by a virus has been circulating in western pennsylvania.
The complication lies in dehydration, so work hard to promote good hydration: small frequent sips of fluids such as pedialyte. You can slowly progress to your regular diet, but avoid sugary drinks such as juice, soda, and sports drinks. Call your doctor if dehydrated.

Question 5

i have the stomach virus but my stomach only hurts at night and i'm fine throughout the day i'm afraid to eat anything though because it'll start hurting right after i do i've been drinking a lot of fluids should i go to the dr?

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Virus?: Are you sure it's a stomach virus?  These don't sound like normal symptoms.  Consider seeing your doctor for a good history and physical.  Get well soon!

Question 6

stomach virus. signs?

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Stomach virus signs: Enteric viruses, at least the self-limited kind, typically cause: nausea, queasiness, diarrhea, abdominal cramping.  Of course, these are non-specific symptoms that can be attributed to almost any acute insult to the gut (regardless of mild or severe). Persistent symptoms, bleeding, dehydration, unremitting vomiting, progressive abdominal pain deserve immediate medical attention & treatment.

Question 7

how to cure the stomach virus?

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You don't "cure" it: Start w clear liquid like water,  slightly flattened soda that is clear, or sports hydration drinks. Sip, sip, sip. Work up to solids w bland foods like bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, gelatin, or chicken. Avoid alcohol, nicotine, caffeine, dairy &amp; high fat foods. Rest.

Question 8

what to do with stomach virus?

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Stomach Virus: Start with clear liquid like water, soda that is clear, or sports hydration drinks.  Sip often to prevent dehydration.Work up to solids with bland foods like bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, gelatin, or chicken. Avoid alcohol, nicotine, caffeine, dairy & high fat foods. Rest.

Question 9

what can help with a stomach virus?

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Brat diet, liquids: Car liquids in small amounts as tolerated then advance diet as tolerated. For diarrhea brat diet (bananas, rice, applesauce, toast (crackers) ). Yogurt also helps restore normal bacteria in the colon.

Question 10

how to take care of a stomach virus!?

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Supportive measures: Often, a "stomach virus" involves several days of variable amounts of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. To put the stomach to relative rest; eat bland foods (bananas, rice, applesauce, toast). You may also consider other stomach soothers and Imodium (loperamide) ad if diarrhea is prominent. If vomiting symptoms are not quieting, you may need to see your fp for suppositories so you can maintain oral rehydration!

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