Stomach Flu Symptoms
Stomach flu symptoms can be confused with swine flu or seasonal flu symptoms, but the two illnesses are actually very different. Symptoms of the flu can be similar to symptoms of stomach flu or intestinal flu, but there are distinct differences.Is
stomach flu contagious?
Yes and so is seasonal flu. However, they are caused by different viruses or germs, and you get them in different ways. And
the stomach flu duration
can be different from that of influenza.
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The symptoms of stomach flu can be relieved
by using a natural remedy like
Stomach Flu Fighter.
The two main symptoms of stomach flu are diarrhea and vomiting. Some people also have headache, fever and abdominal cramping (stomach cramps). In addition, you can have any or all of these stomach flu symptoms with gastroenteritis – depending on the cause of the intestinal flu: - abdominal cramps
- stomach pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- fever
- headache
- swollen lymph glands
Homeopathic Medicine
and Stomach Flu
Did you know that the only flu treatment that worked in 1918-19 was homeopathy? It's true, and it's been well documented!Homeopathic medicine has a really good track record and it's completely safe. Made from natural substances, it is one of the best ways to get relief from intestinal flu symptoms!
Stomach Flu Fighter
is an example of homeopathic medicine.
Severe Stomach Flu Symptoms
Most of the time,
intestinal flu
is not a serious illness. However, occasionally a person can become very ill, and, if untreated, the infection can become life-threatening. The greatest danger in having a stomach flu is that you can become dehydrated. This is especially true for small children and the elderly. Stomach flu in children can quickly turn into dehydration. However, the danger exists for all. Dehydration is a life threatening condition, so you want to make sure that this does not happen! If any of these symptoms develop, a sick person should see a doctor: - sunken eyes
- light-headedness
- increased thirst
- dry or sticky mucous membranes in the mouth
- skin is not elastic. When you push your finger into the skin of a person who is dehydrated, the indentation stays—the skin does not fill in or bounce back.
- not urinating or peeing. Decreased output of liquids.
- decreased tears. If the person cries, there are no tears.
- weakness
- dizziness
- person cannot drink liquids
- sleepy, unaware of surroundings, or can't be awakened
- fever that is higher than 101 degrees F
- swollen abdomen or pain in the lower right part of the abdomen
- blood in the vomit or stool
- vomiting that lasts for more than 48 hours
These symptoms are signs of a more serious condition, most likely dehydration. Especially if the ill person continues to have diarrhea, vomiting or a fever, you can suspect dehydration. If you suspect dehydration, you should get the person to a doctor ASAP. For someone not trained in medicine, it is very difficult to understand what you are dealing with. You might want to consider getting
doctors online advice
. It usually only takes a few minutes to get LIVE personal help and follow-up to your question. You may want to view the video on
stomach flu treatment
by Dr. David Hill. Most of the time, having a stomach flu is a non-event. There is discomfort that lasts for a few days, but, it passes quickly, and there are no residual effects. Life gets back to normal. Occasionally, stomach flu symptoms can be more serious. Or intestinal flu can be confused with swine flu. About a third of swine flu victims do have diarrhea and vomiting--symptoms that are not seen very often in people with seasonal influenza). A safe and effective natural remedy for stomach flu (and one that I keep on hand at my house) is
Stomach Flu Fighter.
Stomach Flu Symptoms to Stomach Virus
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