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What could be the cause of diarreah and loss of apetite? i thought a stomach virus but this has gone on for a few days now. it also began w/ vomiting.

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Dr. Elizabeth Yen answered

Probably virus: Some viral infections last 24 hours, others 1 week. Sometimes the virus is cleared, but symptoms linger at a lower intensity and frequency for weeks to months. Symptoms lasting longer than 2 to 4 weeks should be evaluated by a health care provider.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/9/2017

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A member asked:

What could be the cause of diarreah and loss of apetite? i thought a stomach virus but this has gone on for a few days now. it also began w/ vomiting.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Elizabeth Yen answered

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

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