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What Is The Remedy For Stomach Virus?

I have had a stomach virus for 7 days now. The first 3 days I was very lethargic and had bowel movements that were pure liquid. The next day I started throwing up along with the diarreah. Throwing up stopped that night. I can t keep anything on my stomach everthing goes straight through me. I have an appt for tomorrow with my PCP but just wondered if this sounds like a virus or what.
Sat, 22 Mar 2014
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Hello dear,

The symptoms as mentioned in your post is attributed to either infection or inflammation in the Gastrointestinal tract.
In case of viral infection, it usually subside on its own with fluid management.

But, as the symptoms are persisting for more than 07 days, kindly consult a Gastroenterologist for proper clinical examination.
Investigations like complete blood count, stool examination, estimation of serum electrolytes & Ultrasound scan of abdomen & Pelvis will be helpful in detecting any pathological cause for the symptoms.

Presenting with such symptoms, I usually treat my patients with:
1. Tablet Pantoprazole + Domperidone twice daily (to be taken half an hour before food)
2. Anti spasmodics like Dicyclomine preparation twice daily (to be taken after food).
3. Lactobacillus preparations.
4. Antibiotics like Ofloxacin+ Ornidazole preparations, OR based on culture & sensitivity reports to control the causative organism.
5. Oral Rehydration Solution (O.R.S) for maintaining the hydration status & electrolyte balance of the body.
6. Take soft, plain, non-spicy foods.
7. Avoid fast foods & gas producing food products like cabbage, etc.

Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
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What Is The Remedy For Stomach Virus?

Hello dear, The symptoms as mentioned in your post is attributed to either infection or inflammation in the Gastrointestinal tract. In case of viral infection, it usually subside on its own with fluid management. But, as the symptoms are persisting for more than 07 days, kindly consult a Gastroenterologist for proper clinical examination. Investigations like complete blood count, stool examination, estimation of serum electrolytes & Ultrasound scan of abdomen & Pelvis will be helpful in detecting any pathological cause for the symptoms. Presenting with such symptoms, I usually treat my patients with: 1. Tablet Pantoprazole + Domperidone twice daily (to be taken half an hour before food) 2. Anti spasmodics like Dicyclomine preparation twice daily (to be taken after food). 3. Lactobacillus preparations. 4. Antibiotics like Ofloxacin+ Ornidazole preparations, OR based on culture & sensitivity reports to control the causative organism. 5. Oral Rehydration Solution (O.R.S) for maintaining the hydration status & electrolyte balance of the body. 6. Take soft, plain, non-spicy foods. 7. Avoid fast foods & gas producing food products like cabbage, etc. Wishing you a good health. Take care.