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Could be the Stomach Flu?


I have a stomach flu for about 3 days now. When will it end? Because I am going to a theme park with my girlfriend and friends in 6 days. I don't want this to happen on this fun day. How can I cure it? I have been throwing up alot, losing weight and having this pain from my stomach. No I don' t need to use the restroom. When I eat, I still feel the pain. What would be the best foods to eat?

There's no stomach flu. Flu is a respiratory viral infection. You may have a gastroenteritis but whether it's viral or bacterial, I wouldn't know for sure. Generally, bacterial includes diarrhea but in mild cases, may not. Same with viral.

Viral forms can last from 1 to 10 days depending on the specific virus involved. Bacterial is less common and parisitic even less common.

Consider the possibility that this isn't a routine gastrointestinal infection. See your doctor to rule out other conditions. In the meantime, stick to small, light, bland meals. You can look at "bland diets" online.

The best thing I can tell you is that it will end when it runs its course. Most of the time the stomach flu is caused by a viral infection which cannot be treated with antibiotics. Just keep drinking fluids (I reccommend gatorade for the electrolytes) so you can keep yourself hydrated. If you feel sick from eating you probably shouldn't eat that food. Try eating foods that are more basic (crackers, toast, broth, etc--foods your stomach can break down easier) and if you can't keep anything down just drink fluids for a couple hours until you think your stomach can handle foods. I hope you feel better!

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