Is the stomach bug a virus? what can i do to ease the pain in the top of my stomach? it burns and hurts really bad.

'Stomach Flu' is: Most often due to viruses. 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. Use flattened ginger ale, ginger tea or chrystalized ginger to help with upset stomach.

Lots of stomach bugs: But "stomach pain" can be caused by lots of things ;may indeed originate outside the GI tract. Further evaluation is in order before anyone can answer "what to do." your doctor will want to re-examine you as well as know the quality, timing, duration, exact location, ; associations (eating, position, activity, stooling, urinating) of your pain to better direct rx or the next appropriate testing.