question about stomach viruses

[kats]

Hey guys,


This might be a stupid question since I guess it depends on what type of virus and your immune system, but how long do stomach viruses usually last? I think I have one and have had it since tuesday and am already fed up of it and I have to travel tomorrow and am scared I will desperatley need a bathroom when one is not around! Any suggestions of something I could take to make sure this doesn't occur? I live in the UK by the way, so if any of you know of UK products, that would be so fantastic thanks!





Kats

[dord]

The typical sv usually lasts about24 hours. That's not sayingyou'll be V or have D for 24 hours but most people will feel 100% better within 24 hours. If you're looking for something to stopdiahrreaI'd go to the pharmacy and ask what they recommend. I don't know about UK over-the-counter meds but we in the states have Immodium and Pepto-Bismol. Immodium is the best for diahrrea (IMHO).

[kylie_0607]

hi im in the UK and they do sell both pepto and immodium. When I had d* this year i took pepto and it stopped it soon after taking it and I didnt have d* anymore as i kept taking it. I think it is the best one!

[kats]

Hey thanks very much! I bought some pepto bismol and so I am
taking that and hopefully it will help soon as I REALLY don't feel like
getting onto a plane with a sv!!



Thanks for all your help....going to pack now.! [img]smileys/smilies_04.gif[/img]

[liriodendron]

They can last well over a week. You should call in sick and stay in bed so you don't spread it to others.

[sunshine16]

Hm, well personally I believe depending on the SV strand, it can vary greatly in legth. Rest up and feel better. <3