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Stomach Viruses

Stomach Viruses

Stomach viruses can come on suddenly and leave you feeling weak, dehydrated, and miserable. North Ave Immediate Care in Addison, IL, provides fast, expert care for stomach virus symptoms in all ages—no appointment needed. Whether you're suffering from nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or abdominal pain, our experienced team is here to help you recover quickly and comfortably.

Understanding Stomach Viruses

Stomach viruses are highly contagious infections that affect the digestive tract. They are most commonly caused by norovirus or rotavirus. Symptoms are often linked to close contact with an infected individual, contaminated food, or surfaces. Stomach virus symptoms can appear within 12-48 hours after exposure and typically last 1 to 3 days. Most cases are mild, but severe dehydration can occur, especially in young children and older adults.

Symptoms

  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Watery diarrhea
  • Abdominal cramps and pain
  • Mild fever or chills
  • Headache and muscle aches
  • Fatigue or weakness
  • Signs of dehydration (dry mouth, dizziness, low urine output)

When to Seek Care

  • Symptoms last more than 2-3 days
  • You're unable to keep fluids down
  • There's blood in your stool or vomit
  • High fever or severe abdominal pain
  • Signs of severe dehydration
  • A young child, elderly, or immunocompromised person is affected

Home Care Tips

If your symptoms are mild, you may be able to manage them at home while your body fights off the virus. Monitor your symptoms closely and don't hesitate to seek medical help if they worsen. Here are some at-home tips for recovery:

Drink fluids frequently

Water, electrolyte drinks, or clear broths help prevent dehydration.

Eat bland foods

Once you can eat, stick to toast, rice, bananas, or applesauce.

Rest as much as possible

Give your body time to recover.

Avoid dairy, caffeine, and alcohol

These can worsen symptoms.

Wash hands often

Prevent spreading the virus to others in your household.

If you're experiencing stomach virus symptoms and need medical care, visit North Ave Immediate Care in Addison. We're here to help you feel better, faster—no appointment needed.

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