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If it is actually a tummy virus, and there's vomiting, then stop all fluids and food for a time right up until the vomiting slows or ceases. Ice chips can be used as soon as the vomiting has slowed. Ice chips melt and absorb generally inside the tissues from the mouth permitting for some hydration without filling the stomach with fluid to additional aggravate vomiting. A liquid like ginger ale, clear soda and even electrolyte drink might be additional towards the ice chips for some flavor and additional energy. Be cautious not to use really sugary drinks as that can actually upset the abdomen again.
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