Is the Stomach Flu Really The Flu?

The Centers for Disease Control has provided a good description of the difference between influenza and stomach flu. Many people use the term stomach flu to describe illnesses with nausea, vomiting,g and/or diarrhea. These symptoms can be caused by many different viruses, bacteria, or even parasites.

Is the Stomach Flu Really The Flu?

While vomiting, diarrhea, and/or being nauseous or “sick to your stomach” can sometimes be related to the flu —these problems are rarely the main symptoms of influenza and are more commonly reported in children than adults. The flu is primarily a respiratory disease, — common symptoms are:

fever (or feeling feverish/chills)
cough
sore throat
runny or stuffy nose
muscle/body aches

Th flu is not a stomach or intestinal disease.

Flu Shots

Your best defense against seasonal flu is getting an annual flu shot. This vaccine is available at all three Urgent Care Network of Omaha clinics. Find out more influenza information at https://www.cdc.gov/flu/index.htm.

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