How to Help a Stomach Bug?

Drink small sips of water, oral rehydration solution, or clear fluids often

Rest as much as possible

Eat bland foods only if you can tolerate them, such as toast, rice, bananas, applesauce, or crackers

Avoid greasy, spicy, dairy, alcohol, and caffeine

Wash hands frequently to prevent spreading the illness

Stay home and avoid close contact with others

Use over-the-counter fever or pain medicine only as directed and if safe for you

Seek medical care if you cannot keep fluids down, have signs of dehydration, severe pain, blood in vomit or stool, high fever, or symptoms that worsen or last more than a few days

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