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Suggest Treatment For Stomach Flu With Vomiting And Diarrhea

I had the stomach flu a week ago with vomiting and diarrhea that lasted 3 days. Almost everyone in the household went through it this past week. My appetite is back, but my stools (although normal in consistency) are clay-colored. How long can I expect before my stools return to the normal color. My gallbladder was removed years ago and I have no fevers or pain at present. Thanks
Fri, 27 Jun 2014
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Hello,
Welcome to HCM,

Stomach flu is a misnomer, we uses the term gastroenteritis, which means irritated and inflamed stomach and intestines (the gastrointestinal tract) caused by bacteria or viruses.

I would suggest you to follow

1. Dehydration should be prevented by giving lots of fluid and should drink fluids slowly in frequent, small amounts.

2. Oral rehydration salt solution (ORS) should be taken.

3. Probiotics like Sporolac should be taken three times a day.

4.Antibiotics like Cefixime should be taken twice daily for five days.

The aforementioned measures will help to control the symptoms and improve your condition.
Thank you.
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Suggest Treatment For Stomach Flu With Vomiting And Diarrhea

Hello, Welcome to HCM, Stomach flu is a misnomer, we uses the term gastroenteritis, which means irritated and inflamed stomach and intestines (the gastrointestinal tract) caused by bacteria or viruses. I would suggest you to follow 1. Dehydration should be prevented by giving lots of fluid and should drink fluids slowly in frequent, small amounts. 2. Oral rehydration salt solution (ORS) should be taken. 3. Probiotics like Sporolac should be taken three times a day. 4.Antibiotics like Cefixime should be taken twice daily for five days. The aforementioned measures will help to control the symptoms and improve your condition. Thank you.