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Will Stomach Flu Takes Long Time To Recover?

My six year old had the stomach flu (vomiting and diarrhea) on Friday. It lasted for about 16 hours. More diarrhea than vomiting. It is now Wednesday, he is back to a normal diet, (solid foods and water) but he is still pooping yellow (no more diarrhea), complains he still feels sick to his stomach occasionally. Should it take this long to recover?
Mon, 30 Dec 2013
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Diabetologist 's  Response
hi
welcome to hcm
read your query

yes a viral disease may take time
in the meanime keep him on diets
rich in carbs and mildly lower in proteins

some probiotics and curds may help him feel better
keep his fluid intake high

if loosestools or vomitting recur
he may need antibiotics

best of luck
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Will Stomach Flu Takes Long Time To Recover?

hi welcome to hcm read your query yes a viral disease may take time in the meanime keep him on diets rich in carbs and mildly lower in proteins some probiotics and curds may help him feel better keep his fluid intake high if loosestools or vomitting recur he may need antibiotics best of luck