- Male
- 52 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm really worried about my dad. He's been having vomiting, body pain, and loose motion since yesterday, and he's so weak that he can't even go to the hospital. I'm really concerned and not sure what's causing these symptoms or what steps I should take to help him. Could you please give me some advice on what might be going on and what I should do next?
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That looks like Acute Gastroenteritis,without further delay visit physician for appropriate management,else it leads to dehydration and renal problems
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