A 32-year-old male asked:
ive lost 4-5 pounds in a few days from the stomach flu. is this normal? i was 158 and now i am at 153.4. i am eating again and drinking gatorade.
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Dr. Jay Park answered
50 years experience Pediatrics
Mild dehydration: You seem to be recovering from so called stomach virus. Taking enough balanced fluid such as gatorade is all you need to do.
Answered on Dec 4, 2018
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Dr. Richard Zimon answered
59 years experience Internal Medicine
You are: probably swallowing air!!! Eat SLOWLY and avoid drinking the Gatorade WHILE you are eating the crackers! You are doing the right thing! Keep it up ... Read More
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A 16-year-old female asked:
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That's fine: Hi. A viral gastroenteritis ("stomach flu") will resolve with tincture of time. You do need to stay well hydrated. Gatorade gives you fluid, electroly ... Read More
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A 34-year-old male asked:
Dr. Harold Fields answered
61 years experience Family Medicine
Stomach flu: If this is from a virus or just from something upsetting your stomach it is unlikely to reoccur
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Dr. Jennifer Bequette answered
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Gastroparesis: It is common to get a slowing of the gut (gastroparesis) after a viral illness. This should work itself out over the next several days. Eating small ... Read More
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