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My son is 4 years old, it started with tummy bug, (my daughter 7years had it, them him) i treated them with zofran and they seemed to be fine, but it not going away, about every 2nd day, it seems to come back, with the one then the other?
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Hydration: Keep your son and daughter well hydrated with sips of water and electrolyte solution for children. Watch for blood and mucus, and if there are signs of fever or dehydration, please see your PCP.There are many causes of a viral gastroenteritis, and the illness may last 10-14 days. If there is not improvement, please see your PCP. Adjust their diet to avoid milk/dairy products.Add a probiotic.
Answered 3/25/2022
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