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Is Heart Palpitation A Symptom Of Stomach Flu?
is a racing heart a common symptom of stomach flu. low grade fever, vomiting for 3 days. unable to eat and can only manage small amounts of water. But the heart racing is a concern. Even when resting. I had triple by-pass at age 42, I am now 52 and otherwise in good health.
Wed, 1 Apr 2015
Hello and thank you for the question.
Gastroenteritis, or stomach flu as it is commonly called, is an illness caused by a virus. Though the symptoms can vary from person to person, generally gastroenteritis is marked by loose stools or watery diarrhea.
Diarrhea cause dehydration of the body which can cause a racing heart and I would guess after throwing up all day and not eating or drinking much for a few days, that this could be the reason why.
You should drink electrolyte drinks, or eat food that are rich in sodium and potassium.
Best regards!
Gastroenteritis, or stomach flu as it is commonly called, is an illness caused by a virus. Though the symptoms can vary from person to person, generally gastroenteritis is marked by loose stools or watery diarrhea.
Diarrhea cause dehydration of the body which can cause a racing heart and I would guess after throwing up all day and not eating or drinking much for a few days, that this could be the reason why.
You should drink electrolyte drinks, or eat food that are rich in sodium and potassium.
Best regards!
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