Viral gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the inner lining of the gastrointestinal tract. It is caused by rotavirus, norovirus, and adenovirus. The primary symptoms of viral gastroenteritis include nausea, vomiting, and watery diarrhea.
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Is there any link between upper abdominal discomfort discomfort and persistent fever?
Query: Hello doctor,My mother, 66 years old, is having some discomfort in the upper abdomen. She has been experiencing some gas and tightness in the upper abdomen for two days. Her stools are a little constipated, but she is going every day. She has had a fever between 99 to 100 degrees F for two days. She... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for your query. Since your mother is suffering from fever, she may be having problems with gas, etc. Also, I see that she is diabetic, so gastroparesis may also be a problem. I suggest she take Rifaximin (antibiotic) 550 mg for seven days and syrup Aristozyme (Di... Read Full »
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