Question 1

i have stomach flu or just too much to eat, what to do for relief?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

my chest,throat, and legs ache after the stomach flu (it mainly consisted of me dry heaving stomach acid) is this normal and what can i do for relief?

Accepted Answer

Viral infection?: Sounds about right for an acute viral illness. If it does not begin to improve quickly, becomes worse or you develop new symptoms it may then be time to seek medical assistance. Hope it clears up soon.

Question 3

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 4

how common is the stomach flu?

Accepted Answer

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 5

how does the stomach flu begin?

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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 6

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 7

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.

Question 8

what to take for a stomach flu in general?

Accepted Answer

No meds - fluids: Lots of fluids, esp fluids with salts to prevent dehydration - either oral or IV if needed. Symptomatic management.

Question 9

what are the usual symptoms of stomach flu?

Accepted Answer

Misnomer: This may be an infection, often a virus, characterized by diarrhea and vomiting. Repeated such episodes can often be due to bad diet.

Question 10

what are things to eat during a stomach flu?

Accepted Answer

Gastroenteritis: Start w clear liquid like water, 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 ; high fat foods. Rest.

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