Question 1

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 2

how to keep from getting stomach virus?

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Wash hands: Good handwashing is the number one way to prevent infection transmitted by hand to hand contact. Try not to share foods  or silverware and dishes if you know someone is ill and, stay away from people who are sick, .

Question 3

i think i have a stomach virus. what should i do?

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See your doc: Drink fluids and eat light rice, bananas, apple sauce, and toast.

Question 4

is it  possible for stomach virus to stay for 7 months?

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Possibly: A viral infection is typically an acute illness (weeks) and at this point you are describing a chronic syndrome (months). As far as infections go, CMV and herpes virus (viruses) and h. Pylori (a bacteria) are associated with chronic gastritis, as well as parasites and more rare types of bacteria. However, there are many non-infectious causes and it may be time to revisit your pcp or GI doctor.

Question 5

how contagious is the stomach virus?

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Stomach virus: There is not one specific virus capable of producing acute gastroenteritis, and when it occurs it is communicable generally by the fecal/oral route. Somebody with the virus handles your food or water and you become infected.

Question 6

best way to prevent stomach virus?

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Handwash... Handwash: Well you get it!  immunize with the stomach virus vaccine RotaTeq and avoid daycare if possible and common sense universal precautions  goes a long way! regards !

Question 7

is strep related to the stomach virus?

Accepted Answer

No: Strep is a bacteria, not a virus.

Question 8

can a stomach virus cause acid reflux?

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Possible: If you start with a viral illness, the bacterial flora of the gut (good bacteria normally there) can get thrown off balance.  Also h.Pylori bacteria can cause reflux issues.  Probiotics as well as otc medications for reflux can be helpful.  If symptoms last more than 2 wks, see your family physician.

Question 9

can i drink powerade with the stomach virus?

Accepted Answer

That will likely be: Fine. Drink water too. 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 10

is it a stomach virus or medication reaction?

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More info please: Nausea, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort?--what are your symptoms &/or what medicine concerns you? Even "functional" syndromes may be present without underlying "disease." if pain with meals consider peptic (acid), biliary, or pancreatic disease. Bleeding or tenderness suggests inflammation, ischemia, or infection. Exquisite tenderness is quite concerning. Drug reaction should resolve on stopping rx.

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