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5yo threw up wednesday morning once then had 1 bout of diarrhea thursday then vomited this morning no appetite until today. but have zofran (ondansetron).? virus?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Stomach bug: Viral gastroenteritis comes along with various symptoms including vomiting, diarrhea and loss of appetite. Encourage fluids in frequent small quantities and plain starches such as crackers, rice, toast.

Answered 9/26/2015

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