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How Long Does Stomach Or Flu Bug Last?
I live in Richmond, Virginia....is there a stomach or flu bug going around, and if so, how long does it last?I woke this morning with aches, chills, stomach cramping, headache, and feeling exhausted. Have been sleeping most of the day. I have no fever, in fact, I am a degree below normal. Feeling very weak and tired. Wondering how long this will last.
Mon, 8 Sep 2014
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Your symptom are in keeping with an infection, likely viral possibly the flu.
In general symptoms last 1 week to 10 days though fatigue can persist weeks after the other viral symptoms have resolved.
There are over the counter medications that can be used to help to relieve your symptoms.
Paracetamol would help with your headache and stomach cramping.
Rest and using enough fluids is also important.
As other symptoms develop then medication can be used.
I hope this helps
Your symptom are in keeping with an infection, likely viral possibly the flu.
In general symptoms last 1 week to 10 days though fatigue can persist weeks after the other viral symptoms have resolved.
There are over the counter medications that can be used to help to relieve your symptoms.
Paracetamol would help with your headache and stomach cramping.
Rest and using enough fluids is also important.
As other symptoms develop then medication can be used.
I hope this helps
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