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A member asked:

I went to the doctors and found out i am just getting over a stomach flu/virus . she said my pains in my side and back are normal. how long will they ?

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Varies: 7-10 days is not uncommon.

Dr Cremers agreed

Answered 7/31/2016

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Dr. Sandra Lora Cremers answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Can take a week+: Depending on cause stomach pains from virus can take days to weeks. Be sure your kidney function is normal if lasting longer or fevers.

Answered 7/31/2016

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