Mayo Clinic Minute: What to do if your child has an upset stomach

If your child is showing symptoms of a stomach bug like vomiting or diarrhea, it's most likely viral gastroenteritis.

Mayo Clinic family medicine specialist Dr. Tina Ardon explains how parents can tell if their child is dehydrated.

To help improve hydration without making the stomach more upset, Dr. Ardon suggests taking a sip or two of fluid every five to 10 minutes.

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