Are these symptoms normal after a stomach bug? Can the fact that I am menstruating at the same time make my symptoms worse?

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Hello, I started my period a few days before the norm on Wednesday. Saturday night I had a stomach bug (my whole family) and I threw up about 15 times. Yesterday (Sunday) I had no vomiting but a huge headache. Today no headache but intense pain/heat in my legs and arms, dizziness and chills. The rest of my family is fine now except for a loss of appetite. Ok perfect Thank you! No vomiting since Saturday night and never had liquid stools but the heaviness and weakness still continues. I'm going to hydrate and rest as I can (I have two kids). thanks!

Samantha Hui · Accepted Answer

Hello, Generally, a stomach flu should improve within a few days to a week. Besides vomiting and diarrhea, it is possible to have the other symptoms that you described: chills, muscle or joint pain, dizziness. It is possible that your menstrual period worsens the symptoms, since it is a stressor for the body. Continue to stay well hydrated and rested. If you are no longer vomiting and your stools are not liquid, normal daily hydration is sufficient. If your symptoms worsen in the next few days, or you develop a fever > 38°C, I would advise you to see a doctor. Hope this answers your question, Samantha Hui, pharmacy student Under the supervision of Alexandre Chagnon, pharmacist