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What Causes Headaches, Lightheadedness And Diarrhea?
Question: It started with a headache , lightheaded,dizzy,then came cold chills,bodyaches,diaherra ...now the bodyaches have gone after 2 days but the headache and diaherra and super dizzy are still present...what can I do to feel better and what is the cause?
Brief Answer:
Probably a viral infection! Increase fluids intake and rest!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks so much for this query.
Your symptoms are suggestive of a possible viral gastroenteritis. This generally doesn't require any antibiotics for treatment. Managing pains/fever with Tylenol and drinking much water to compensate for any fluid losses is the standard recommendation.
In summary: Continue with Tylenol, increase fluids intake and have some rest. Most probably cause is a viral infection of the digestive tract.
I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to follow up with me if need be.
Probably a viral infection! Increase fluids intake and rest!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks so much for this query.
Your symptoms are suggestive of a possible viral gastroenteritis. This generally doesn't require any antibiotics for treatment. Managing pains/fever with Tylenol and drinking much water to compensate for any fluid losses is the standard recommendation.
In summary: Continue with Tylenol, increase fluids intake and have some rest. Most probably cause is a viral infection of the digestive tract.
I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to follow up with me if need be.
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