Yes, sort of, if they are carrying bacteria it is possible to get it as well. Make sure you do not share cups, forcks, and any other untensil. Don't use anything after them, such as a cell phone or remote (yes, really people clean these last two items the least, so they carry the most bacteria).
If you are sitting hands in your pocket and they are sitting hands in their pocket and are a foot away, it is unlikely that the bacteria will be transfered.
No, the stomach flu and influenza are not the same thing. Influenza is a respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus, while the stomach flu is a gastrointestinal illness caused by various viruses.
1 day (28 hours)
How long is the 24 stomach flu contagious for
You may be contagious a few days after you have had the stomach flu. Normally the stomach flu runs its course in one to two days.
I believe so. The stomach flu isn't the flu at all and is a digestive system ailment. The flu is influenza, a respiratory virus.
You may get the flu. Next year get the flu vaccination.
Your stomach will not nessasaraly hurt if you have the flu. it depends on what flu you have
If you have the stomach flu just ride it out, there's nothing you can do. Fast for the first day or 2 and then start with water, tea and toast. If this is not the flu you need to see a doctor.
Most people who are not vaccinated against the swine flu or who have not had the swine flu will get it if exposed to it. Those who have had the vaccines will be immune.
Yes! get a flu vaccination to prevent it, but if you already have it try the Brat diet!! Go for mostly clear fluids the first day and then eat Bannanas, Rice, Applesauce, And Toast(and other foods that can be easy on the stomach)
Yes and no. If you already got a flu shot before someone in your household got the stomach flu then you have a VERY low, to no chance at all to getting a stomach flu. If you did not get a flu shot yet or are against flu shots or other medical treatments then to reduce this risk, I would recommend washing your hands after you get home from work or school, before and after you eat, and during any free time that you may have. Also try to stay away from the person with the illness, until it is completely gone.(you can be around them to help them if they need help, but make sure you don't touch your face e.i. face, mouth, eyes, etc. and wash your hands afterwards)
The stomach flu will cause people to vomit and have diarrhea at the same time. I had the poopy fluid coming out of my butt and the mushed up food coming out of my mouth at the same time when I had the stomach flu.