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What Causes Chronic Vomiting And Diarrhea While Suffering From Sinusitis?
Starting on the 25th I was throwing up for 12 hours then the next evening I had about a day and a half of diharea. I ve had sinus congestion and gross phlem for about a month and wonder if they can be related. I finally went to the walk in clinic yesterday because of the sinus congestion and the doc said I had an upper respitory infection and prescribed some antibiotic, which I m now taking. I m feeling a lot better today. My questions are, did I have the flu earlier this week, or was the vomiting and diarrhea something else? And am I still contagious? I was hoping to go visit my 85 year old mother tomorrow but she is concerned I may still be contagious.
Thu, 18 Jan 2018
Hello there I have read through your question and would like to tell you that your flu and GI upset are related or not can only be determined on a blood test and stool culture. If you have been relieved after taking the antibiotic course then most likely they were related. I would advise you to wait for two more days before visiting your mother as you may still be infectious. I hope that answers your question. If you have any further questions please feel free to write. Thank you for choosing healthcare magic.
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