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What Could Loose Stools During Flu Suggest?

hi i have had the flu for about 5 days now, had cough, runny nose, temperature, aches, headaches, felt sick and really weak, im getting better now and only have a mild cough and a really mild case of runny nose, but ive noticed for past 3days my stool has come out runny and i go atleast once a day, is that normal
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Hello,

Some advice that I can give to you is:

-Drink liquids.
-Some bland foods include bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast, otherwise known as the BRAT diet.
-Take prebiotic supplements.
-Take Ibuprofen medicine for the fever.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
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What Could Loose Stools During Flu Suggest?

Hello, Some advice that I can give to you is: -Drink liquids. -Some bland foods include bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast, otherwise known as the BRAT diet. -Take prebiotic supplements. -Take Ibuprofen medicine for the fever. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi