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Stomach Flu

Stomach flu is a highly contagious intestinal infection which is otherwise known as gastroenteritis. Gastroenteritis is caused by a viral or bacterial infection. The major symptoms of gastroenteritis are watery diarrhea and vomiting. The other symptoms include abdominal pain, fever, nausea, and headache.

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Why do I have a fever, vomiting, and severe stomach ache?

Query: Hello doctor,I have been suffering from a fever with chills, frequent episodes of vomiting, and severe stomach pain. I have a persistent and severe headache. What to do?Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. These symptoms suggest that you may be experiencing a health issue that requires immediate attention. It is crucial to seek medical help as soon as possible, as these symptoms could indicate various conditions, such as food poisoning, gas...  Read Full »

Can you give some insights on norovirus infection?

Query: Hello doctor, I have been hearing about this norovirus outbreak causing gastroenteritis. Can you give me some information about norovirus, how it spreads, and what I can do to protect myself from getting sick? Also, are there any specific symptoms I should watch out for if I think I might have it? K...  Read Full »


Dr. Shubadeep Debabrata Sinha

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Norovirus is responsible for an estimated 21 million cases of gastrointestinal illness in the United States annually. Patients with mild disease may not seek treatment, and the actual number of cases may exceed the estimate. Norovirus is believed to cause approximate...  Read Full »

Should I seek medical help for my persistent stomach issues?

Query: Hello doctor, I am currently traveling, and I have encountered my second case of stomach flu in two weeks. The first episode was severe, marked by intense cramping and diarrhea, which resolved itself in five to six days. The second case, which began a week and a half later, is less intense with redu...  Read Full »


Dr. Ghulam Fareed

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Yes, this appears to be diet-associated enterocolitis, leading to diarrhea initially and now causing stomach issues, including bloating and abdominal cramps. To address this, I suggest you incorporate yogurt into your ...  Read Full »

Why do I have stomach discomfort?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 27-year-old male. I have a strange feeling on my right side and it all started right after i ate and drank a lot. And sometimes my colon feels like it is twitching when I eat something, but not all the time. Also, when I move, I can feel a sharp pain in my right upper back. My ...  Read Full »


Dr. Ajeet Kumar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand you must be anxious about your recent symptoms. Drinking alcohol mainly causes this trouble. Alcohol is a carbohydrate basically and produces gases after its intake. Otherwise, your symptoms are general and can occur to anybody and do not point to a...  Read Full »

I am concerned about frequent bouts of gastroenteritis in my toddler. Kindly help.

Query: Hello doctor,My toddler has been experiencing frequent bouts of gastroenteritis, and I am concerned about their health and hydration. How to manage gastroenteritis in children, and what are the recommended fluids and foods to help them recover? Kindly suggest.Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Veerabhadrudu Kuncham

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I suggest you follow the below-mentioned instructions for managing gastroenteritis in children. Encourage your child to drink small, frequent sips of an oral rehydration solution (ORS) or clear fluids like water, diluted fruit juices, o...  Read Full »

MRI showing stomach infection. Will it cause loss of appetite?

Query: Hi doctor,I have been experiencing dizziness, headaches, vomiting, constipation, and heavy abdominal pain for a month. I have lost my appetite, due to which I have lost nine kgs. I have undergone a lot of blood tests and scans. The brain CT scan and hearing tests have come negative. I even got an ab...  Read Full »


Dr. Sadaf Mustafa

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. I suggest you share the MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) findings as it will help diagnose properly. I suspect you may be suffering from inflammation in your colon. I suggest you follow the instructions given below...  Read Full »

What to do for stomach pain with flu?

Query: Good day Doctor, I'm experiencing stomach pain for 4 days, on the first day it's only stomach pain then the next day I'm having a flu that my body is feeling exhausted with headache and I've been vomiting, I don't sweat, I don't have the appetite to eat so I only drink milk. I also lose weight. I ha...  Read Full »


Dr. Afifa Nighat

Answer: Hello hope you're doing well! with respect to your presenting complaints and history it seems that you're suffering from gastritis! You dont need to quit work as once you start treatment you will feel alot better! please be compliant to medications.  Read Full »

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