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I had the stomach flu for about a week ago, all symptoms are gone, however, i would get stomach cramps and chills occasionally. should i go to a doc?

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Dr. Susan Arnoult answered

Maybe not: As long as you are continuing to improve I don't think you need to go to the doctor. Sometimes it takes a few weeks for the gut to get back to normal.

Answered 12/20/2014

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A member asked:

I had the stomach flu for about a week ago, all symptoms are gone, however, i would get stomach cramps and chills occasionally. should i go to a doc?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Susan Arnoult answered

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