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High Fever, Vomiting, Body Ache After Eating Fish. What Is Happening?
Hello, After having albacore tuna for lunch yesterday, i started feeling vey sick. finally when i got home, i vomited at least 5 times and had diahrreah. i had one of the worst nights ever, with a body ache. Today everything hurts from head to toe . all i ve had is crackers and gatorate. I m scared i may have to throw up again.
Sat, 16 Feb 2013
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It is possible that you were infected after using the tuna or another food you consumed yesterday.
In an adult , gastroenteritis, normally lasts only a few days.
During this time , you may want to consider(1) avoiding solid food and using mainly cool liquids,(2)
take the liquids slowly only 1 ounce or less at a time- if the stomach is not ready to absorb then taking too much will cause further vomiting. You would use a small amount every 5 to 10 minutes
(3)probiotics either on their own or in yogurt may be helpful,
(4)rest and avoid excess movements which may provoke vomiting,
(5) there are anti emetic (vomiting)medication that you can also try
They should be available over the counter at your local pharmacy.
I hope this helps
It is possible that you were infected after using the tuna or another food you consumed yesterday.
In an adult , gastroenteritis, normally lasts only a few days.
During this time , you may want to consider(1) avoiding solid food and using mainly cool liquids,(2)
take the liquids slowly only 1 ounce or less at a time- if the stomach is not ready to absorb then taking too much will cause further vomiting. You would use a small amount every 5 to 10 minutes
(3)probiotics either on their own or in yogurt may be helpful,
(4)rest and avoid excess movements which may provoke vomiting,
(5) there are anti emetic (vomiting)medication that you can also try
They should be available over the counter at your local pharmacy.
I hope this helps
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