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Could a stomach bug last this long?

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sarah_40002
sarah_40002

4 days ago I developed stomach cramps and diarrhea. I havn't vomitted but feel nauseous on and off. The pain is getting to be constant now and anything I eat intensifies the pain and has me on the toilet for a long time. I have never had a bug last this long. What else can cause this?

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  • vince10
    vince10 sarah_40002

    Posted

    It’s possible - yet it def cld be Ibs -d  for real 

    Go to ur doctor ! 

  • mary19068
    mary19068 sarah_40002

    Posted

    Hi sarah 40002

    Don't feed the bug try to fast and just take liquids for a while....

  • pippa58442
    pippa58442 sarah_40002

    Posted

    Stomach bugs can last this long.   Try eating very blandly avoiding fruit and anything else that has a laxative effect such as coffee.  Avoid rich, spicy and fatty foods.  Wait a week and if no better after this, see your doctor.
  • mary19068
    mary19068 sarah_40002

    Posted

    Hi sarah 40002

    Forgot to say avoid sugary foods and drinks bugs thrive on sugar ....

  • Asd2314
    Asd2314 sarah_40002

    Posted

    I had the stomach flu that lasted 3 and a half weeks and it’s still ongoing, but now it’s just slight morning nausea and hopefully it’ll heal within time. Are you eating correctly? Foods like rice, porridge, banana, and apple sauce are good after coming into contact with the stomach bug. Make sure you eat slowly and sip lots of water in small amounts. If the pain gets to be unbearable you should just go to the doctor.
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