Can you get a fever with the stomach flu?
My whole family has been down with what feels like the stomach flu – vomiting and diarrhea. I'm also feeling quite feverish. Is a fever a common symptom when you have the stomach flu?
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5 months ago
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Yes, stomach flu often comes with a mild to moderate fever. Make sure to drink ORS water continuously to prevent dehydration.
5 months ago
From what I have experienced, yes, stomach flu (gastroenteritis) can bring a fever as your body fights off the virus. Since stomach issues can throw off your nutrition, please be gentle on your system and consult a general physician if you can't keep any liquids down.
5 months ago
Yes, the body heats up with fever to cleanse the infection during stomach flu. Keep your diet very light—diluted buttermilk or warm rice gruel (kanji) works best. Avoid any heavy physical practice and just do deep abdominal breathing to soothe your gut.
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5 months ago
A fever is a typical response to the viral infection causing stomach flu. While staying hydrated with electrolyte solutions is the standard home care, you should see a doctor if the fever is persistent or if there is severe abdominal pain.
5 months ago
Oh God, yes! I had a 101 fever with vomiting last week and was so scared. Did anyone else also feel extreme shivering and weakness along with the stomach upset? I felt so dizzy and miserable.
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Haan bhai, stomach flu mein fever aana normal baat hai. Tumhara body infection se lad raha hai isliye garm ho gaya hai. Dr. ke paas jao, hydration powder piyo, aur do din khichdi khao, bilkul theek ho jaoge.
4 months ago
Yes, it is very common to get a fever with stomach flu. Just make sure to rest and stay well hydrated.