Stomach Flu
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About Stomach Flu
Stomach flu, or gastroenteritis, is an inflammation of the stomach and intestines, usually resulting from a viral infection or bacterial toxins that may cause vomiting and diarrhea. Most cases are mild lasting a couple days and do not require medical intervention. Some cases, however, may be more severe and require treatment.
Getting help
- Assess any sudden abdominal pain or blood in your stool as you will need to be assessed in-person
- Order tests to rule out more serious underlying causes of your symptoms
- Refer you to a gastroenterologist if clinically indicated
- Advise you when to seek immediate medical attention
- Take your temperature, blood pressure and heart rate
- Hop on video to assess your clinical state
- Follow-up with an in-person medical assessment if your symptoms seem more severe
- Keep a diet and weight log if experiencing more chronic symptoms
- Assess any sudden vision loss or traumatic injury to your eye
What is Akira?
Akira is a mobile app that gives you instant access to a team of Canadian medical professionals experienced in digital healthcare.
Get help with many common issues without leaving home or work
Pamela is a family physician based in Toronto. She completed her residency training at the University of Toronto and has a special interest in acute ambulatory care and women's health.
Pamela is available for consultation in Korean.
Nhon is a Nurse Practitioner who completed her studies at the University of Ottawa. She has an interest in primary health care as well as women's health, specifically obstetrics.
Nhon is available for consultation in Vietnamese.
Kathryn is a Nurse Practitioner who completed her M.Sc and NP training at McMaster University. Her knowledge base is well rounded in primary health care but has a special interest in well women and infant care.
April is a Nurse Practitioner who did her studies at the University of British Columbia. She has an interest in primary health care, specifically women's health. She also enjoys providing care to remote and rural communities.
Heather is a Nurse Practitioner and alumnus of the University of Waterloo (BSc), University of Toronto (BScN) and University of Alberta (MN). She is interested in preventative medicine, women's health and mental health.
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