I heard they were caused by different viruses. also, what causes achiness in stomach flu? Is it just the virus or is it from dehydration? and lastly, does the flu shot only prevent and help with flu or does it also help to prevent the stomach flu as well? Thanks.

if you have had your flue shot it will sure help you against getting the flue symptoms

Over the last two months, I've had so many problems. it started with my recurring colds. I get a cold once a month, and it generally gives off the symptoms of chronic sinusitis (entire left side of head is in pain – teeth, ear, eye pressure, runny nose, etc). Doc says I do not have sinusitis, but prescribed me flonase anyway.

Then came on blepharitis, with occasional flareups. took me 8 weeks to rid myself of it after doing the treatment every single day.
Then comes on the urinary tract infection, which is not responding to antibiotics.
Then comes on another sinus infection.

Right now, I have 4 things – Sinusitis, Blepharitis, a UTI, and a stomach flu.

What the hell is causing this? do I have the scurvy? I spend all of my time indoors, so could it be vitamin d deficiency?

If you did not have your blood levels checked lately, I would advise you to.

You may have a more generalized condition that makes you more susceptible to the ailments you listed. for one reason or another, you may have a weakened immune system. You should try doing things that will bolster your immune system, like adding more vitamin C to your diet for example. Talk to your doctor and ask him what are some other things you can do to strengthen your ability to fight off these infections.

You need jesus

You do need to make sure you're taking multivitamins every day, and lots of folic acid too, about 1600mg a day. at the moment, you're body is very weak.

i went to lunch with my friend amanda…. we shared cheese dip *which she says she didnt double dip* and then that nite she ended up coming down with the stomach flu. I am afraid of catching it. I didn't know if u could contract from someone if they havent showed symptoms yet.

There's no stomach flu because flu is a respiratory infection. You're talking about viral and bacterial gastroenteritis and likely the viral form of it. and, yes, it's contagious before symptoms appear. the chances are that if Amanda has viral gastroenteritis, she may have transmitted it to you before either of you ever shared the cheese dip. Just keep an eye out for symptoms. If you also have it, you should know over the next 48 hours.

U are obviously saying that Amanda may have "double-dipped" into the cheese and and thats how U got the FLU..like and wonder at that description of yours >>Stomach Flu.??

If U are asking is it possible what U may be thinking and u know full well what I mean, the answer is YES.
U say she came down THAT Nite, which means she may have been in the contagious stage when U and her were sharing "cheese"
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An AntiBiotic may well clear it all up.
In the Interim, depending on the country U are in, try a full teaspoonful of ENOS, followed by a cup of very warm (not actually hot) Black tea. DONT take Aspirin..If u must take a pain killer tablet, take a Paracetamol (Panadol) Ibuprofen.
Depending on your country, your Chemist/Pharm./Drug store assistant may know the terminology of Parcetamol and Enos

Yes,they can be contagious before they know they are sick. I have always been told alcohol kills any and everything. So when I share food with people I usually have a mixed drink. however she may not actually have the stomach flu. she may have just ate something that did not agreed with her. some of the food she ordered may not have been all the way cooked,especially if she had some type of chicken or seafood with her meal.

If you don't show symptoms within 72 hours of her showing symptoms,then I'd guess you are fine.

NO, you cannot get a stomach virus before symptoms show up. the reason for this is that these types of viruses are passed through vomit or feces, after the symptoms have already shown up. So don't worry about catching this bug from her.

It's more likely that some stranger with the stomach flu touched a doorknob, then you touched the doorknob and got the germs, and then you didn't wash your hands before eating lunch.

There are lots of diseases that can be spread before symptoms show, including HIV, influenza, and rabies.

My little girl just came down with it she was fine and woke up throwing up and she ran a fever of 103.9 it is brutal. So the answer is yes you can get it because most people that know they have it would not be able to eat out and cheese dip would be bad news.

You can still be contagious even when you're not showing symptoms.

there is NO stomach "FLU" the flu is respiratory, not digestive

I would say so.. b/c stomach flu is unstoppable once you have the little bit contact with the person that potentially has it. it like wild fire… literally…

NAUSEA:
*Sip room temp ginger ale. Nibble some ginger snaps. If you can get powdered ginger into your guts, that's the most effective natural remedy. I sometimes put it in capsules & swallow it, or I mix some in with applesauce. it doesn't taste great, but it works. you know you've had enough when you burp & taste ginger.
*Room temp, FLAT cola. Or coke syrup. Emetrol is the same type of stuff if they don't have coke syrup at the store. I have even gone to the McDonald's drive-thru in a pinch & asked for coke syrup. They gave me some!
*When I'm desperate & I have nothing else at home & do NOT feel up to running out to the store, I take a Dramamine (meclazine). it will help you sleep a few hours & take away your dizziness & nausea for a while.
*Clear liquids for now. Tea & juice at room temp, not cold. Cold will further shock & upset your stomach. Drink only 1 or 2 ounces at a time.
*FOOD: only if you can: eat light carbohydrates in small amounts- toast or crackers. As your tummy de-nauseates, graduate to light protein, like chicken breast or fish. Fatty foods are the last thing to add to your diet.
*ACUPRESSURE POINTS: Apply pressure to the webbing between your thumb & index finger on either hand. Use firm, deep pressure & a rapid massaging movement for several minutes. I don't mean caress it. Using the same kind of motion & pressure, rub with your thumb or thumbnail on the top of your foot between the tendons of the second & third toes.
*The last option is to go ahead & allow yourself to vomit. this does not mean MAKE yourself vomit. That is not recommended.

SINUSES, NOSE, THROAT, AND LUNGS:
Boil some salty water in a pot on the stove. Turn off the burner. Blow your nose & cough out some phlegm. make a steam hood by draping a small-to-medium-sized towel over your head & the pot. Breathe the salty steam in your nose, out your mouth several times. Breathe some in your mouth & out your nose a few times as well. Blow your nose often. keep this up until the steam stops. you can do this trick a few times throughout the day until you feel better. Salt is great.

OVER THE COUNTER MEDS TO TRY:
**Sinus decongestant: Phenylephrine 5mg. you don't necessarily need all the extras it's often mixed with.
**Expectorant: Guaifenisen (Mucinex is the brand name, but it's way cheaper at dollar stores. Always read ingredients!!) liquefies your mucus so it's much easier to expel. But you have to drink TONS of water or it won't work, & you must be near a bathroom because it makes you pee a lot. (yet causes constipation… another reason to stay hydrated!)
**Pain, inflammation, body aches, headache, fever: Ibuprofen (Advil) should be alternated with Acetaminophen (Tylenol).

IMPORTANT! IMMUNE SYSTEM SUPPORT:
-Stay home. (even one day can make a difference. plus, you'll keep your germs to yourself.)
-Sleep!!
-Drink plenty of water. (8 8oz servings a day=bare minimum!! pee out those germs & flush 'em away!!)
-Take vitamin C, zinc, and echinacea.
-Eat garlic. (sorry, but it really is great for your health! and it will give you a good reason to stay home. hehe)
-Wash hands well & often. Moisturize skin to keep from cracking your hands to bits.
-Avoid milk & chocolate, which thicken your mucus and make your fight that much harder.
-Moderate exercise helps too!

NOTE: the meds and garlic are harsh, so don't take them on an empty or upset stomach.

COUGHING FITS:
>DAY: Mucinex and water. (generic is fine, and cheap!) Cough it out while you're awake.
>NIGHT: Delsym (cough suppressant, DEXTROMETHORPHAN). get some restful, coughless sleep.
HOMEMADE EXPECTORANTS: Mix very hot water, cayenne pepper, white vinegar, and honey. >GARGLE & SPIT OUT!!!!!!!<
Or drink hot water with lemon and honey.

NOTE: I am not a doctor or nurse. Consult a medical professional to tailor any of the above suggestions to your particular circumstances, especially taking into consideration your weight, age, health, whether you're pregnant or nursing. FEEL BETTER SOON!!

Hepatitis B is transmitted via blood, semen and vaginal secretions, but not casual contact. Symptoms are similar to influenza and stomach flu.

Hi on Thursday night I started to feel really nauseus and shaky so went to bed around 10:30 pm I woke up about 3am and ran to the toilet where I was violently sick 4 times I have never produced that much sick in my life then the diarrhoea started and in 2 days I must have been to the toilet 25 times and its just like brown water my son is 2 and he had this last week we took him to see the Dr who said its gastric and he will be fine so I am persuming as I live with him its the same thing and thats how I have caught it

But Ihave just been told about Cholera disease which has all the exact symptoms as what I have and CAN BE FATAL so I am just abit worried really

Sounds like a stomach flu, or just a bug.

If you start getting weak and having flu like symptoms, that's probably it.

so i dont think ive ever had influenza virus (only the stomach bug and colds) so i was wondering what the symptoms are, how long do they last and do you VOMIT with it?

Im talking about influenza, not the stomach flu which technically isnt a flu.

i don't know i had never had a really bad case of it i just felt a little sick i don't know why i am taking flu shots i never got the flu that bad anyways

You cant really tell the difference from flu and stomach virus. they are pretty much the same. There is no cure for any virus and you may or may not throw up. You will have a fever most likely and you should drink plenty of water and juice. and get rest, lots of it. It can last a few days or weeks depending on your age. Eldery people and children can die from a Flu because their bodies cant handle the virus. Normal adults just need a few days to rest and drink fluids. if you are throwing up nonstop and cant keep any foods down then go to a hospital because you may need to be hooked up to an IV so you dont die.

I am on day 3 of the stomach flu, my fever has broken and my vomiting has subsided and my diarrhea has lessened. I am able to hold foods down but I feel very nauseated once I eat. how long until my symptoms subside?

Published: Saturday, January 01, 2011, 5:00 PM     Updated: Sunday, January 02, 2011, 7:35 AM

FLINT — The norovirus, which is blamed for making people severely ill with stomach flu-like symptoms, is spreading in Genesee County.

More cases of the diarrhea- and vomiting-inducing virus have been reported in the past few weeks, said Fatema Mamou, an epidemiologist at the Genesee County Health Department. Although the department doesn’t have statistics on hand for how many cases have been reported so far, it has received more reports of people becoming ill.

The virus is highly contagious, so people who feel like they’re coming down with the stomach flu should avoid contact with others, Mamou said.

“Prevention is key,” she said.

A person who becomes ill should no prepare food for others. Disinfecting areas with bleach will help the virus stop from spreading.

Lucky Strictland, 19, said she often disinfects the home she shares with a roommate because germs spread quickly. she hasn’t gotten sick even though her roommate has been ill twice this year, she said.

“I Lysol a lot in my house,” the University of Michigan-Flint student said.

Frequent, thorough (20 seconds or more) hand washing with warm water and soap can help prevent the virus’ spread, but alcohol-based hand sanitizer isn’t always effective, Mamou said. That’s where the virus differs from the flu — it is more resilient and can live on surfaces for days.

Contact with a contaminated person’s vomit or feces puts someone at a higher risk of getting sick, Mamou said. Soiled clothes and sheets are hotbeds for infection and should be washed on the hottest setting possible.

Dr. Dhiraj Bedi, of Genesys Regional Medical Center, said she’s been seeing two to three cases of the norovirus each week.

Although it occurs all year, it spreads more easily during the cold months because people come into contact with each other more often.

For those who do become sick, it’s important to stay hydrated, Bedi said. Drinking water, Gatorade or drinks infused with electrolytes will help you regain your strength.

How far along were you when you started to experience pregnancy symptoms, and which symptoms started first?

Pregnancy symptoms can vary from one woman to another. in fact, some pregnant woman may not have any pregnancy symptoms at all for a while and another woman will know she is pregnant very easily just from her symptoms alone.

Some of the early pregnancy symptoms are the following:

missed menstrual period
morning sickness
frequent urination
mood swings
swollen and tender breasts
constipation
sensitivity to smell
fatigue

I would have to say the lack of a period, but I didnt even realize that I missed my period until I was 2 months pregnant. Lol. I was too busy with work and life in general to notice that I hadnt gotten my period. Lol.

I had diarhea for a day and then started throwing up and having diarhea at the same time the next day. The diarhea only lasted for 3 days so i thought I had the stomach flu or something. I was puking for almost 2 weeks before i took a pregnancy text, well actually 15 pregnancy tests in 3 hours. lol

i was about 6 weeks along. and i defintly noticed the most common symptoms. well i had morning sickness ,also i had high body temperature and just well sore breasts.

xjasmine

I have to say that I have been lucky to not have any morning sickness! I found out I was pregnant very early on, probably around 4 weeks. my only symptom was sore breasts. and that went away around 12 weeks.

For example, if someone comes down with the stomach flu today, and you were in contact with them yesterday, before they were showing any symptoms, would you have been exposed to germs?

Also, can you catch the stomach flu from someone by simply sitting next to an infected person or breathing the same air?

Simply. no.

Stomach Flu is NOT contagious.
So don't worry!