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What Causes Stomach Pain, Multiple Muscle Pain And Vomiting?

Posted on Tue, 1 Apr 2014

Question: Yesterday i think i had food poisoning i was vomiting in the morning at 3 different times each time was several times in one sitting. I had the runns as well. My stomach felt extremly woozy all day. But something else was happening that may be a sign of somerhing else. All my muscels are aching it began in my calves as if i were walking on my toes for a week. This morning my entire body aches. Arms, Legs, Back, Neck all my muscels hurt. My stomach is still questionable ive only drank water n lime, ginger ale n water and ate soup since i stopped vomiting. Im hungry but afraid to eat.

Answered by Dr. Polash Sannigrahi (1 hour later)

Brief Answer: Infection in GIT + Electrolyte imbalance Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for your query. The symptoms as mentioned in your post is attributed to either infection or inflammation in the Gastrointestinal tract. Multiple muscle pain is due to the loss of fluid & electrolytes from the body following the episodes of repeated vomiting. 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. Investigations like complete blood count, estimation of serum electrolytes, stool examination & Ultrasound scan of abdomen & Pelvis will be helpful in detecting any pathological cause for the symptoms. There is no need to worry, you will be fine. Wishing a good health. Take care.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Polash Sannigrahi (1 hour later)

You spoke of the things you treat your clients with. What can i do wothout the perscriptions? Any over the counter home remidies i can use?

Answered by Dr. Polash Sannigrahi (21 hours later)

Brief Answer: OTC & home remedies Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for your follow up query. 1. Antacid & anti-emetic preparations are available over the counter. They will be helpful in preventing the excess acid formation in stomach & control the vomiting. 2. Natural remedies will include homemade Oral Rehydration Solution (O.R.S), which can be prepared by adding a pinch of salt, a teaspoon of sugar & half a slice of lime in a glass of water. You can also take fresh coconut water. This will be helpful in maintaining the hydration status & electrolyte balance of the body. 3. Consumption of curd/ yoghurt will provide the much needed probiotics. 4. Regarding the antibiotics, you need to consult your Physician & get a prescription. 5. Other than that, take soft, plain, non-spicy foods & avoid fast foods & gas producing food products Wishing a good health. Take care.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Polash Sannigrahi (13 hours later)

I think it was a 24 hour virus i feel much better im keeping foods down drinking water with electrolytes n lots of liquids. THANKS! Ill be taking close accout of my food intake n body response

Answered by Dr. Polash Sannigrahi (2 days later)

Brief Answer: Thanks for the appreciation Detailed Answer: Hello, I am happy & relieved to know that you are feeling better and maintaining your fluid & electrolyte intake. Wishing you a Healthy Life. Regards, Dr. Polash Sannigrahi

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar