After your vomiting stops, you may feel weak and lethargic. This is quite common and happens because you haven't eaten in a while. Vomiting may also have left you dehydrated. You also lose electrolytes and salts when vomiting.
If a person does not drink enough water, sweats profusely, or loses fluids through vomiting or diarrhea, it disrupts the body's fluid balance. If fluids are not quickly replenished, the blood thickens and the entire body goes into a state of alarm, and thus begins to cramp or shake.
Vomiting leads to low blood potassium levels which can cause fatigue, weakness and abnormal heart beats or heart arrest. This complication is unpredictable and occurs without warning, even in people who have previously vomited without developing problems. If you do vomit, drink some juice to help reduce this risk.
Do not eat or drink anything for several hours after vomiting. Sip small amounts of water or suck ice chips every 15 minutes for 3-4 hours. Next, sip clear liquids every 15 minutes for 3-4 hours. Examples include water, sports drinks, flat soda, clear broth, gelatin, flavored ice, popsicles or apple juice.
To rehydrate, it is best to use a commercial rehydration solution, such as Gastrolyte, Pedialyte or Pediatric Electrolyte. Commercial rehydration solutions contain the ideal proportion of water, sugar and mineral salts your body needs to recover.
It is very important to replace the fluids lost due to the vomiting and diarrhoea. Gastrolyte, HYDRAlyte, Pedialyte and Repalyte are different types of oral rehydration fluid that can be used to replace fluids and body salts.
You can also drink sports drinks (Gatorade, Powerade) or rehydration drinks (Pedialyte) to replace lost electrolytes. Some people find clear sodas or ginger ale to be soothing.
Experiencing dehydration due to a stomach bug can leave you feeling incredibly weak. Taking the time to rest and allow your body to recuperate is important. Cut back on your normal activity—which you probably won't be able to do as you recoup anyhow—and get the recommended amount of sleep for your age.
If you've been vomiting, the first step is to let your stomach rest. After you stop throwing up, don't try to eat or drink anything for 15 to 20 minutes so you can allow your stomach time to recover.
Drink lots of fluids if possible, but start slowly with 1–2 sips every 5 minutes. If you become nauseated, wait 20–30 minutes and then begin again.
Avoid eating and drinking for two hours after the last episode of vomiting. Start with small amounts of clear liquids, such as water, ice, popsicles, sports drinks, clear broth or Jell-O for the first 24 hours. Avoid alcohol, caffeinated beverages, and fruit juice.
A rigor is an episode of shaking or exaggerated shivering which can occur with a high fever. It is an extreme reflex response which occurs for a variety of reasons. It should not be ignored, as it is often a marker for significant and sometimes serious infections (most often bacterial).
It is a normal part of the body's response to fighting an infection. Usually the fatigue goes away quickly once the body has dealt with the infection. Post-viral fatigue is when the fatigue that started with a viral infection continues for a longer period of time after the infection has gone.
If you have a stomach bug, it's even more important to stay hydrated. The stomach flu and diarrhea can cause dehydration, so it's important to up your fluid intake. Drink plenty of water or sports drinks with electrolytes to help you recharge and bounce back.
However, the key distinction is time: The symptoms of a stomach bug will take 12 to 48 hours to develop, while the symptoms of food poisoning typically develop much faster, usually with 6 hours of consuming an infected dish. Another common difference between the two is the length of illness.
The virus can remain in your stool for up to two weeks or more after recovery. Children should stay home from school or child care for at least 48 hours after the last time they vomit or have diarrhea.
nausea and vomiting that may last a day or two. diarrhoea which usually lasts one to three days, but can last up to ten days. stomach cramps and pain. fever (temperature over 37.5 C in adults and over 38 C in children).
It typically clears up within 2–8 days, depending on the virus that causes it. There are no formal treatments, but rest, fluids, and easy-to-digest foods can help ease the symptoms. After a person's symptoms go away, the virus might still be contagious for several days.
You can add other bland foods to the BRAT diet. For example, you can try saltine crackers, plain potatoes, or clear soup broths. Don't start eating dairy products, sugary, or fatty foods right away. These foods may trigger nausea or lead to more diarrhea.
About a half hour to an hour after drinking Hydralyte I did notice that I felt a little more energy and felt overall good!
Information for consumers. Please be aware that Hydralyte Strawberry Kiwi Effervescent Electrolyte Tablets pose an unacceptable risk if used during pregnancy. You should stop using this medicine if you are pregnant or if becoming pregnant is a possibility.