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8 yr old w/ stomach cramps, occasional vomiting and diarrhea, low fever, sneezing, and cough for 3 days. dr said stomach virus, but could it be flu.

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2 different viruses: Influenza causes respiratory symptoms (sore throat, congestion and cough). Viral gastroenteritis ("stomach flu") is not related to influenza at all (other than it is a virus) and causes vomiting/diarrhea. Both can cause fevers, muscle aches, and headaches.

Answered 11/28/2017

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