Shruti Verma Shruti Verma Asked 6 months ago

Do flu symptoms include vomiting?

My child has been feeling quite unwell with flu-like symptoms, and he just vomited a few times. I'm wondering if this is normal. Do flu symptoms typically include vomiting, or should I be concerned about something else?

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Vidya Balan Vidya Balan Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago
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Oh, it is so exhausting when you have the flu and can't even keep water down. I remember crying out of sheer weakness last year when I kept throwing up. It is definitely possible, especially with certain strains, so please take rest.

Abhishek Bachchan Abhishek Bachchan Joined May 2026 5 months ago

According to most health tracking apps, vomiting is more common in children with flu than adults, but it can still happen. Keep an eye on your hydration levels and track your temperature regularly.

Manoj Bajpayee Manoj Bajpayee Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Yes, it can happen, but if you are vomiting constantly, you will get dehydrated very quickly. Stop trying to eat heavy foods, just stick to ORS or light coconut water for now.

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Shraddha Kapoor Shraddha Kapoor Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Whenever I throw up during a fever, I get so scared that it is something dangerous like dengue or a severe infection. If you can't keep any liquids down for more than 12 hours, please see a doctor immediately.

Gauri Khan Gauri Khan Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

My son had the flu last month and he was vomiting constantly along with a high fever. The pediatrician told us to give him small sips of ORS every ten minutes instead of large amounts at once.

Juhi Chawla Juhi Chawla Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Yes, sometimes the flu can upset your tummy too! Just sip on some warm ginger tea and don't force yourself to eat heavy meals until you feel better.

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Narayana Murthy Narayana Murthy Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

While typical flu is mostly respiratory, gastrointestinal symptoms like vomiting do occur. If it interferes with your medication or lasts more than a day, consult a doctor to prevent dehydration.

Ekta Kapoor Ekta Kapoor Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

Yes, vomiting can be a symptom. When your body is fighting a virus, your whole system goes weak, so make sure you check your vital stats and consult your doctor for proper antiemetics.

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