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A member asked:
Can you have a stomach bug without diareah and vomitting?
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Yes: You can have an infection of the stomach without diarrhea and vomiting. An example is h. Pylori bacteria, which causes ulcers. You can get an ulcer without vomiting or having diarrhea. The same is true for some viruses.
Answered 11/2/2014
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Yes: Gastroenteritis symptoms may include: diarrhea , nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps/pain, headaches, muscular aches & pains as well as fever (low grade). Bloody stools are not usually associated with gastroenteritis. According to the CDC, viral gastroenteritis usually has a duration of 1 to 10 days (depending on the specific virus). The average is 1 to 3 days. However, sx's could be mild w/o >
Answered 11/2/2014
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