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I work at adult foster care home, one of patient was upset and hit my head with his fist. The next day I saw the doctor and she said I did not have concussion but I had flu like symptoms. She said I was probably coming down with stomach flu but day it happen I In felt fine the. I was wondering if the blow to head cause to be sick? Bob Cornell
Head trauma can result in many symptoms such as a headache, nausea, and vomiting. There is no relation between head injury and stomach symptoms. Stomach problems mostly result from viral infection or contaminated food.
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What Causes Stomach Flu After A Head Injury?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Head trauma can result in many symptoms such as a headache, nausea, and vomiting. There is no relation between head injury and stomach symptoms. Stomach problems mostly result from viral infection or contaminated food. I hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you have any further questions. Take care.