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What Causes Fever, Vomiting And Diarrhea In A 45 Year Old Man?

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Posted on Wed, 20 Apr 2016
Question: My husbands temp is 95.9, He has been vomiting and has diarrhea. I don't believe it is a stomach bug. He takes prescribed narcotics. Right now mainly morphine (extended release and instant release). He is 45. He has bad heartburn also. Any ideas?
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Answered by Dr. Saumya Mittal (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Suggested stool test

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I am Dr Mittal. I have read your message. I think I can help you.
The symptoms of the query are quite suggestive of a possible gastroenteritis.
I would suggest testing a stool routine test with culture.
If it's positive we may need to start antibiotics.
Meanwhile, start with high fluids intake with antispasmodic like indomethacin and pantocid 40 mg twice a day.
Let me know the report for further advice.
I have tried to make it as simple as possible. I hope that the information contained in this message will be able to help you find the best solution for your problem. Best of luck. Dr Mittal
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What Causes Fever, Vomiting And Diarrhea In A 45 Year Old Man?

Brief Answer: Suggested stool test Detailed Answer: Hi, I am Dr Mittal. I have read your message. I think I can help you. The symptoms of the query are quite suggestive of a possible gastroenteritis. I would suggest testing a stool routine test with culture. If it's positive we may need to start antibiotics. Meanwhile, start with high fluids intake with antispasmodic like indomethacin and pantocid 40 mg twice a day. Let me know the report for further advice. I have tried to make it as simple as possible. I hope that the information contained in this message will be able to help you find the best solution for your problem. Best of luck. Dr Mittal