amr0404
12-18-2006, 08:40 PM
Is there any way to tell if it's the stomach flu vs. food poisoning?
Both elderly parents down with N/V/D for 24hrs. Some of their friends also sick, all attended a church function Friday night...
Please help!!
Both elderly parents down with N/V/D for 24hrs. Some of their friends also sick, all attended a church function Friday night...
Please help!!
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Misty800
12-18-2006, 09:41 PM
Since more than your parents are sick, most likely it is food poisoning.
adamace1
12-19-2006, 11:42 AM
Yes she is right, but there would be a small chance it is a flu.
desertdweller
12-19-2006, 12:09 PM
Usually a fever and body aches go with the stomach flu, not with food poisoning . The stomach flu has been rampant in my area ( I had it too) . It usually lasts anywhere from 3-5 days with lots of V/D, so it's important to hydrate!
goldenwings
12-19-2006, 12:41 PM
Hello,
Stomach flu doesn't normally pass on from one person to another in groups so quickly - sure sounds like food poisoning to me. Just had myself. No actual being sick, retching all of the time, very upset tummy, fever, talking gobbledygook - you name it I did it. Mine lasted 2 1/2 weeks - mind you I have got other medical problems so this is what took it so long to get out of my system.
I do hope your parents get well really soon.
Take care
goldenwings :angel:
Stomach flu doesn't normally pass on from one person to another in groups so quickly - sure sounds like food poisoning to me. Just had myself. No actual being sick, retching all of the time, very upset tummy, fever, talking gobbledygook - you name it I did it. Mine lasted 2 1/2 weeks - mind you I have got other medical problems so this is what took it so long to get out of my system.
I do hope your parents get well really soon.
Take care
goldenwings :angel: