When should you see a doctor?

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Most people have mild symptoms that may not need treatment other than resting and drinking plenty of fluids. However you should see a doctor if you:

  • have a fever (high temperature) above 38.5C.
  • have blood in your diarrhoea or vomit.
  • are becoming dehydrated- ie. passing less urine, dry mouth, feeling dizzy/light-headed, headaches, weakness/fatigue etc.
  • have severe abdominal (tummy) pains.
  • have symptoms lasting longer than 3 days.
  • feel your symptoms are worsening.
  • are pregnant.
  • are elderly or have an underlying health problem such as diabetes, epilepsy, inflammatory bowel disease, kidney disease or other chronic health problems.
  • have a weakened immune system (for example, due to cancer, chemotherapy, long term steroid treatment, HIV infection).

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