in the past when ive had something like this its only ever lasted around 48 hours but this seems to be dragging and its getting me down because i have my 10 month old son to take care of, could it be a virus, any idea how long it will last or how i can help get rid! im desparate!!!
2007-12-01 18:40:18 · 7 answers · asked by adams girl 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Infectious Diseases
At this time of year 'winter vomiting virus' is doing its rounds. It is, as you suspect a virus (rotavirus) and will run its course over 3-5days. There is no cure as such, but ensure you are keeping your intake of liquids up. You can get a rehydration solution (Dioralyte) from the chemist if you are vomiting a lot and your GP can prescribe you an anti-emetic if things are really bad.
2007-12-02 03:37:31 · answer #1 · answered by stuartscott 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It used to only last with me that long as well, but I had a sickness bug a few weeks ago and it lasted for about 5 days, it may just be a bug thats being passed around. Just make sure you drink plenty of fluids and having your 10 month old son will keep you active. My 10 month old and 2 year old sons kept me busy, so it flew by.
2007-12-01 19:10:21 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds fairly normal to me. I've had a virus recently, although I wasn't sick I felt it and did have diarrhoea. The whole virus lasted for about three weeks although I cleared up the diarrhoea after a day or so.
If you are eating I suggest stopping for about 24 hours, just take in sparkling water. The slight acidity of the sparkling water will help to cure bugs. It's also about time that you made an appointment with your doctor. You can cancel it if it clears up.
2007-12-01 18:48:32 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It lasts the best part of a week !!!
My daughter had it and i expected it to be just 48hrs but no...... she was still vomiting after 4 days and didn't start feeling better till day 6.
It's a virus thats been going round.............. lots of people having it.
Hope you feel better soon xxx
2007-12-01 18:47:44 · answer #4 · answered by tinkerbell 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mix two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar and one teaspoon of honey in an eight ounce glass of water and drink slowly.
It works for me.
If it continues, ring the Pharmasist or NHS Direct.
2007-12-01 18:47:52 · answer #5 · answered by Kileygirl 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Other answerers have good suggestions. I just thought I'd express my sympathy - that's right bummer to be in! Hope you feel better soon.
2007-12-01 19:15:59 · answer #6 · answered by Orla C 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
not being smart chick but what did the doc say ?? hes the one you should be asking
2007-12-01 19:08:49 · answer #7 · answered by the gaffer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋