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wholegrain · 12-13-2006, 07:56 PM

Today when I woke up I was so nauseous that I could feel it before I opened my eyes. I also had diarrhea. They both went away but the nausea hit me full force when I got in the car to go to work. It was so bad I felt like I was going to pass out.

It faded away again to where I felt completely recovered, then another wave hit me like a tsunami. It continued like that with the waves of nausea becoming more frequent, more intense, and longer. At one point I could barely breathe, had tunnel vision and felt like I was going to pass out, so I left work. I have had cold sweats, chills, and strong mood swings off and on today. I feel like my stomach is full of cement. I've eaten a breadstick, a small smoothie and like three crackers. I can't bear to smell or taste food.

I went to Primacare but something was wrong with my insurance card and they couldn't take it so I didn't see a doctor. 8 hours have gone by and this hasn't gone better. I don't know what I should do. Should I go the emergency room? Just wait? Does anyone have any idea what might be wrong with me?

BioAdoptMom3 · 12-13-2006, 09:07 PM

It sounds like a stomach virus to me. The mood swings are probably just related to your frustration with this horrible feeling! I feel for you. These things in my opinion are the worst. There is probably not much a doctor could do for you if this is the case, unless you become dehyrated. Try small sips of liquid jello, Sprite or Ginger Ale and forget about solids for now. Take tomorrow off and just rest. When you feel like eating again try crackers, toast, dry rice krispies, apple sauce and bananas. If you are not better by Friday I would definately see a doctor. The diarrhea may last until the weekend though if you do have a virus.

Nancy

hayley0610 · 12-14-2006, 12:10 AM

i wouldnt stress it too much i know it sucks but i think u have a stomach bug that will pass. this has happened to me many times and i think ur just scared because ur not familiar with it. with rest and maybe some gravol u should feel better soon.

wholegrain · 12-14-2006, 02:26 PM

Thanks a bunch guys! I think you are exactly right, because when I woke up today I was totally fine! Now next time this happens I will know what to expect.