In rare cases a stomach bug can last a week, although in most cases a stomach bug will go away within a few days.
Stomach viruses are often mild and go away on their own in 1 to 3 days.
Babies, older adults, or people who have low immune systems should see the doctor right away.
This can help prevent their infection from getting worse.
You can have a stomach bug or stomach flu without vomiting.
Not all cases of the stomach bug or stomach flu will cause vomiting or even diarrhea.
Although you may sometimes feel like vomiting but you may not vomit.
Most stomach bugs or stomach flu's will get out of your system within 24 hours to 48 hours although in some cases the stomach bug or stomach flu may last a few days longer and could last 3 to 4 days.
However most stomach bugs are nothing serious and go away within 2 days so you should begin feeling slightly better after the first day of the stomach bug or stomach flu.
The stomach bug also known as the stomach flu is most commonly caused by the norovirus.
However other things such as bacteria, other viruses, eating bad food etc can cause the stomach bug or stomach ache that seems like the stomach flu.
The norovirus is a common virus that can cause gastroenteritis.
Norovirus is the most common cause of vomiting, diarrhea, and foodborne illness.
You can get sick and get the stomach bug from bacteria, parasites, toxins and viruses.
Viruses are the most common cause of so-called stomach flu.
Norovirus is often the culprit for adults, while rotavirus is frequently to blame for stomach flu in children.
These viruses mostly infect the lining of the small intestine.
The most common way to develop viral gastroenteritis — often called stomach flu —is through contact with an infected person or by ingesting contaminated food or water.
If you're otherwise healthy, you'll likely recover without complications.
Most stomach bugs or stomach flu's go away within 24 to 48 hours even without treatment.
Some ways to help get rid of the stomach flu or stomach bug include.
Let your stomach settle. Stop eating solid foods for a few hours.
Try sucking on ice chips or taking small sips of water.
Ease back into eating.
Avoid certain foods and substances until you feel better.
Get plenty of rest.
Try eating foods such as toast, apples, bannanas, chicken noodle soup etc.