31-01-2003 18:46									#1
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I went to bed feeling a little icky, and woke up at 2:30, raced to the bathroom and vomited (see vomit thread). Not to be too graphic, but the slueces opened up at both ends, if you know what I mean.

So I thought the worst was over, it was probably something not sitting well, and tried to go back to sleep. I couldn't get to sleep, and about 1/2 hour later I was back in the bathroom again. I vomited until nothing more could come out and I was dry heaving.

About every 1/2 hour from then until now, I've been having to jaunt to the bathroom. I was feeling very dehydrated and a little weak and dizzy when I walked. I called into work and let them know the situation, went to the corner drug store and picked up some liquids, theraflu, antacid, and a thermometer.

I don't have a fever at all, temp is 98.3. My stomach aches, but I think that may be from the excess vomitation. Still feel weak, and the body aches.

So...hospital is across the street, and I am insured...should I go?

	31-01-2003 18:49									#2
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in england you would be expected to see your GP who would refer you to the hospital if it was needed.

Hospitals shopuld be for emergencies or referrals.

	31-01-2003 18:51									#3
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If you are worried, why not? If you want to tough it out, I would get in touch with a friend or roomate and ask them to check in on me in a few hours, and then try to get some sleep.

IMO the hospital isn't going to do much until you are in bad shape. They might give you an IV to help you with dehydration, but to figure out what's going on is probably going to take quite a bit of time. If you feel like this in 24 hours I would definitely go though.

	31-01-2003 18:51									#4
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Be a man, tough it out.

	31-01-2003 18:53									#5
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Going to the hospital couldn't hurt. It sounds like you have some kind of viral infection - normally, the only thing you can do is ride it out (along with plenty of rest and fluids)

Hope you feel better soon!

	31-01-2003 18:54									#6
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Sounds like a normal stomach illness. If you don't feel better after next night I would see a doctor. But I wouldn't worry. Most of these sicknesses are painful, but short.

	31-01-2003 18:55									#7
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It could be food poisoning or a viral stomach infection- go see a doctor asap

	31-01-2003 18:55									#8
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quote: Originally posted by Sikander If you are worried, why not? If you want to tough it out, I would get in touch with a friend or roomate and ask them to check in on me in a few hours, and then try to get some sleep. IMO the hospital isn't going to do much until you are in bad shape. They might give you an IV to help you with dehydration, but to figure out what's going on is probably going to take quite a bit of time. If you feel like this in 24 hours I would definitely go though.

That was pretty much my thinking. I don't want to go to the emergency room and waste their time for what could very well be simple food poisoning or a stomach bug. But I also don't want to wait on something that may be serious...what if I have an ulcer?

	31-01-2003 18:57									#9
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Or appendicitis (how the **** is that written lol?)

	31-01-2003 18:59									#10
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Go to the hospital.

	31-01-2003 19:00									#11
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Like it was stated earlier, if you're not feeling any better in 24 hours (or your condition worsens), I would then say "go to the emergency room." Of course, you won't be over your illness in 24 hours, but you should be able to tell if you're feeling any better by then (even if it's a slight improvement).

	31-01-2003 19:01									#12
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quote: Originally posted by Boris Godunov That was pretty much my thinking. I don't want to go to the emergency room and waste their time for what could very well be simple food poisoning or a stomach bug. But I also don't want to wait on something that may be serious...what if I have an ulcer?

Was there blood in your vomit or stool? (It might look black) Do you have reason to think that you may have an ulcer? What you have described so far doesn't sound like an ulcer, it sounds like food poisoning. Probably the worst has passed, but if you are worried then make an appointment to see your doctor, or worst case go to the ER.

	31-01-2003 19:02									#13
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Isn't it time you chundered again?

	31-01-2003 19:02									#14
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quote: Originally posted by Datajack Franit Or appendicitis (how the **** is that written lol?)

He doesn't have a fever or pain in his side.

	31-01-2003 19:06									#15
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If his appendix was acting up, he would know it. Along with the vomitting/dry heaves he would be experiencing pain in his abdomen.....been there, done that.

Boris, if you do start experiencing pain in your abdomen - get to the hospital ASAP! You can die from a burst appendix. My doctors told me that if I had not gone in the hospital when I did (they had to rush me to emergency surgery), my appendix would have burst in another 3-4 hours.

At first, I too thought I had food poisoning - but it wasn't the case....

	31-01-2003 19:10									#16
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I called my doctor's office and spoke the nurse practitioner, and she said the symptoms sounded like a stomach virus at worst. So hydrate myself, rest, and see how I feel in a few hours...

I could barely walk straight to the drug store and back! People must have thought I was drunk at 8:30 am.

	31-01-2003 19:11									#17
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	31-01-2003 19:12									#18
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quote: Originally posted by Boris Godunov So...hospital is across the street, and I am insured...should I go?

When in doubt, and you seem to be, (and since you're insured) go to the hospital. The worst that can happen is it wastes a few hours of your life (so bring something to read should you need to wait a long time).

	31-01-2003 19:14									#19
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So, what are your ailment Horsey?

	31-01-2003 19:15									#20
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get a grip you've got a stomach bug, not leprosy

	31-01-2003 19:20									#21
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Look, I like a good chunder as much as the next guy.

Boris unless there's blood in your stool or serious pain or high fever, whatever, the evacuation is a good thing - you should feel better soon. Just rest and drink fluids, like energy drinks (non dairy).

Its better to let it all go, cleans you out. Don't take anything to stop the trots. Your body is flushing the bugs out. But if in doubt see a doctor.

I speak as one who lived in Asia for many years and now has a clay pipe for an intestine.

	31-01-2003 20:49									#22
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I haven't been able to keep down any of the liquids at all. It's like everything just sits in my stomach and then wooooooosh it's back up it all goes. Ugh...

	31-01-2003 22:03									#23
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A few people have had the same thing over here Boris. It should last about 3 days. Very unpleasant but nothing much you can do except wait it out.

Get well soon!

	31-01-2003 22:08									#24
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Don't drink tap water for a few days - it might be that.

Have you eaten anywhere suspiciously unhygienic or prepared food a little unsafely recently?

I'd give it time before going to the doc (hospital???!!)

	31-01-2003 22:26									#25
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Some very rough guidelines for food poisoning

2-3 hrs after eating food kept warm -> very violent vomiting and diarrhea ->staph food poisoning
4-6 hrs after eating undercooked eggs or poultry-> varies in intensity, mostly diarrhea-> salmonella
24 hrs after eating (the classic infection is from non-refrigerated whipped cream) but nowadays undercooked hamburgers more common-> can be bloody diarrhea -> E.coli, definitely see a physician

	31-01-2003 23:03									#26
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Personally, I'd tough it out. It takes a lot to get me to go to the hospital or take medicine.