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I was throwing up steadily for a day. i was told i have gastroenteritis with dehydration.now my whole back is hurting. is that normal?

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Gastroenteritis/back: You might've strained your back while vomiting all those times. Or if you are achy with back pain, you might have the flu or some other viral infection that caused your vomiting. Some viruses will leave you achy.

Dr Miller agreed

Answered 6/24/2015

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