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Bookmark or Share- Influenza (flu) - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicThe flu is caused by a virus. Influenza viruses are different from the "stomach flu" viruses that cause diarrhea and vomiting. Most people with the flu get better on their own. But sometimes, influenza and its complications can be deadly. To help protect against seasonal flu, you can get an annual flu shot.
- Viral gastroenteritis (stomach flu) - Symptoms & causes - Mayo ClinicViral gastroenteritis is an intestinal infection that includes signs and symptoms such as watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea or vomiting, and sometimes fever. The most common way to develop viral gastroenteritis — often called stomach flu — is through contact with an infected person or by consuming contaminated food or water.
- Gastroenteritis: First aid - Mayo ClinicGastroenteritis is an inflammation of the stomach and intestines that can cause watery diarrhea, nausea and vomiting. Gastroenteritis is often called the "stomach flu." Common causes are: Viruses. Food or water contaminated by bacteria or parasites. Side effect from medicines.
- Nausea and vomiting When to see a doctor - Mayo ClinicNausea and vomiting are common signs and symptoms that can be caused by numerous conditions. Nausea and vomiting most often are due to viral gastroenteritis — often called stomach flu — or the morning sickness of early pregnancy. Many medications or substances can also cause nausea and vomiting, including marijuana (cannabis).
- Viral gastroenteritis (stomach flu) - Mayo ClinicYour doctor will likely diagnose viral gastroenteritis (stomach flu) based on symptoms, a physical exam and sometimes on the presence of similar cases in your community. A rapid stool test can detect rotavirus or norovirus, but there are no quick tests for other viruses that cause gastroenteritis.
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