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Viral illnesses that cause vomiting and diarrhea are also called viral gastroenteritis. Viral gastroenteritis causes inflammation and irritation of the stomach and the intestines, leading to vomiting and diarrhea. This illness, also known as the "stomach flu," typically lasts 1-2 days, with diarrhea lasting a few days longer.
It is important to make sure that your child does not get dehydrated with this condition. Offer half-strength Gatorade, Pedialyte, or warm non-caffeinated soda in small (teaspoon sized) amounts every 5 minutes until your child can keep liquids down. If they are unable to keep liquids down, back off for an hour, then try the small amounts again. If your child has few wet diapers and does not make tears, or appears limp or lethargic, they may be dehydrated and we will need to see them in our office.
It is important to make sure that your child does not get dehydrated with this condition. Offer half-strength Gatorade, Pedialyte, or warm non-caffeinated soda in small (teaspoon sized) amounts every 5 minutes until your child can keep liquids down. If they are unable to keep liquids down, back off for an hour, then try the small amounts again. If your child has few wet diapers and does not make tears, or appears limp or lethargic, they may be dehydrated and we will need to see them in our office.