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4yr old son has v watery diarreah and vomits a large amount occasionally, has a slight tummy ache but doesn't seem unwell in himself. its been 6 days..

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Dr. Elizabeth Bird answered

Keep hydrated: Make sure he is drinking enough fluids to urinate at least every 6 hours. He should drink small, frequent amounts of fluid. If the vomiting and diarrhea continue for more than a couple of days or if he is unable to tolerate fluids, he should get seen by a doctor right away.

Answered 11/7/2013

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A member asked:

4yr old son has v watery diarreah and vomits a large amount occasionally, has a slight tummy ache but doesn't seem unwell in himself. its been 6 days..

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Elizabeth Bird answered

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