Acute Gastroenteritis Treatment

What are the Signs and Symptoms of Acute Gastroenteritis?

Stomach bugs typically present with the following symptoms:

Nausea and vomiting
Diarrhea
Abdominal discomfort or cramping
Fever
Muscle aches
Fatigue

What are the Treatment Options for a Stomach Bug?

Typically the nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea can be kept to a minimum by either not eating or avoiding
foods that have fats, oils, grease, or sugar. Replacing all fluid loss by drinking plenty of water is also very
important in preventing dehydration. If the diarrhea is mild/ not profuse and does not contain blood it
is recommended for adults to take over the counter Imodium. In some cases it may become necessary
to visit a Dr to get a prescription for a medication to treat vomiting.

When Should You See a Doctor for a Stomach Bug?

Patients should visit a clinic like Pinnacle Urgent Care if they experience any of the following:

Frequent vomiting
Discomfort beyond abdominal cramping
Blood in stool
A temperature of 100.3 or higher
Inability to drink water without vomiting
Symptoms of dehydration (dark urine, or not making urine, dry mouth, rapid heart
beat, fatigue)