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What Causes Vomiting And Diarrhea?

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Posted on Mon, 9 Feb 2015
Question: Hello,

I am a 24 yr old female. 230 lbs. Yesterday I vomited 5 times and have diarrhea. Today I feel very weak and cannot seem to eat. No vomiting today. Diarrhea and feel very lethargic.
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Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (34 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
May be due to stomach bug

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.
Vomiting and diarrhea you have might be due to a stomach bug.
Vomiting and diarrhea can lead to dehydartion and electrolyte (salt) loss.
That is the reason why you feel weak.
You need to take oral rehydartion solution ( like pedialyte) for relief.
You can take BRAT diet (Banana Rice Apple sauce and Toast).
Get a stool test to look for infection for which you may have to take a course of antibiotics.
I hope that answers your question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr.R.K.
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What Causes Vomiting And Diarrhea?

Brief Answer: May be due to stomach bug Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for posting your query. I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you. Vomiting and diarrhea you have might be due to a stomach bug. Vomiting and diarrhea can lead to dehydartion and electrolyte (salt) loss. That is the reason why you feel weak. You need to take oral rehydartion solution ( like pedialyte) for relief. You can take BRAT diet (Banana Rice Apple sauce and Toast). Get a stool test to look for infection for which you may have to take a course of antibiotics. I hope that answers your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr.R.K.