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Body Ache, Diarrhea. No Fever, Cold. Should I See General Physician Or Wait?
Hi. I had body aches for 2-1/2 days (couldn t get out of bed) and diarrhea for 5 days. I have no fever or head cold symptoms. I m wondering if I should see my general physician or just wait until the virus runs its course (I m assuming a stomach virus). I m just not sure if going to my physician will help -- I would rather not go out if I don t have to.
Sat, 2 Mar 2013
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Thanks for coming to HCM. You should take plenty of liquids and light meals with 7-8 hours of sleep/rest. You can take paracetamol if required. You should wait for 3-4 days for improvement. If you continue to get problems or condition worsens or new symptoms, contact your local doctor.
Wish you speedy recovery!
Thanks for coming to HCM. You should take plenty of liquids and light meals with 7-8 hours of sleep/rest. You can take paracetamol if required. You should wait for 3-4 days for improvement. If you continue to get problems or condition worsens or new symptoms, contact your local doctor.
Wish you speedy recovery!
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