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What Causes Loose Stools, Headaches And Hot Flashes?

Hi, I have had an upset stomach for the past 3 days, I have had loose stools, headaches, hot & cold flashes, a lot mid/lower abdominal pain and my stomach is making a lot of noise. I haven t eaten much in the last few days - I feel hungry but after a few bites I feel as though I will become sick if I eat any more. Is this just a flu bug or something more serious?
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Hi ,

The symptoms of loose stools along with lower abdominal pain is usual in viral or bacterial diarrhea . You can also feel feverish during the episode can be due to the infection . Since your gut is trying to get rid of the infection it will be hyper reactive when you take food. I would suggest you take oral rehydration solution(1 packet mixed in 1 litre water) 200 ml after each loose stool. I also suggest you continue to take warm well cooked bland food and soup till the episodes subside. The loose stools should subside in 2-3 days . In case the frequency increases and you feel very weak it will be better to visit emergency services for intravenous hydration and also for blood and stool test.

Yes , flu can cause loose stools too but then you will also have symtoms of runnning nose and throat pain with cough. Do you have the same.

Do you pass any blood along with the stools ? In that case it could be bacillary dysentry and you will need antibiotics too.

Will be happy to review once you get back.
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What Causes Loose Stools, Headaches And Hot Flashes?

Hi , The symptoms of loose stools along with lower abdominal pain is usual in viral or bacterial diarrhea . You can also feel feverish during the episode can be due to the infection . Since your gut is trying to get rid of the infection it will be hyper reactive when you take food. I would suggest you take oral rehydration solution(1 packet mixed in 1 litre water) 200 ml after each loose stool. I also suggest you continue to take warm well cooked bland food and soup till the episodes subside. The loose stools should subside in 2-3 days . In case the frequency increases and you feel very weak it will be better to visit emergency services for intravenous hydration and also for blood and stool test. Yes , flu can cause loose stools too but then you will also have symtoms of runnning nose and throat pain with cough. Do you have the same. Do you pass any blood along with the stools ? In that case it could be bacillary dysentry and you will need antibiotics too. Will be happy to review once you get back.