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A member asked:

I am a type 1 diabetic and i have had symptoms of the stomach flu for almost 48 hours. i'm dehydrated but can't go to the e.r. and miss class. any tips?

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Dr. Orrin Ailloni-Charas answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

You will need : To hydrate and make sure you have adequate sugar control. Things can spiral downward pretty quickly when you have diabetes with a superimposed infection. Make sure you are in communication with your doctor.

Dr Nguyen agreed

Answered 2/3/2015

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