Upset Stomach (2024)

FAQs

Upset Stomach? ›

When informing your boss about your sick leave, keep things to the point without over-explaining your illness and symptoms. Instead, briefly explain why you're taking a sick leave (e.g. contagious illness such as flu and cold, stomach flu or family issues) and state your approximation of the period you'll be away.

When informing your boss about your sick leave, keep things to the point without over-explaining your illness and symptoms. Instead, briefly explain why you're taking a sick leave (e.g. contagious illness such as flu and cold, stomach flu or family issues) and state your approximation of the period you'll be away.

“I'm experiencing some flu-like symptoms and think it's best if I stay home and rest.” 5. “I'm not feeling up to coming into work today due to a headache/stomachache/cold/etc.”

You can also try applying a warm compress to your stomach, such as a heating pad or warm water bottle wrapped in a towel. This can help alleviate pain and cramping. Moreover, drinking a cup of warm water with a teaspoon of honey and a squeeze of lemon juice can help to soothe an upset stomach.

There's no medicine for stomach flu. Antibiotics don't work on viruses — they're for bacterial infections. The best thing you can do to help your immune system do its work is to stay home and rest, stay hydrated and eat a little if you can. Give your body the energy it needs to fight the infection.

“I'm not feeling well today.” You don't have to elaborate on any symptoms or how you're feeling when you're sick. Your boss should respect your privacy, so a simple call letting them know that you're ill is all you may need.

What to say when calling in sick with diarrhea. This can be a tricky one. Neither you or your boss want to discuss the details of your bowel movements. A good way to phrase this is: “I have a GI bug and I won't be able to come to work.” If the diarrhea is related to a known food poisoning, you can bring this up, too.

Don't go into too much detail about your illness, as it can put some people off. For example, say, “I woke up with a cold and a stomach bug, so I'm not coming into work today in case it's contagious,” but don't add how high your temperature is and what medication you're taking.

Is an upset stomach a good excuse to miss work? ›

Medical: It's usually a good idea to call out of work for illnesses such as fever, flu or upset stomach. Employers want to keep their other employees well, so calling out of work for these reasons can actually benefit your company in addition to helping you recover.

I am writing to let you know that I developed an acute case of food poisoning last night. I hoped it would go away by this morning, but it looks like I am still unwell. Please grant me leave for {X days} days so that I can take proper rest. I will join the office after {X days}, once my health comes back to normal.

Don't feel you have to get too detailed.

If a colleague asks why you cancelled a meeting with them, saying something like, “My digestive system was playing up and I felt really unwell” can give some information and be an opening for further detail if you want.

1) Basic Sick Day Leave Message To Boss

This is [Your Name]. I have woken up with symptoms of a stomach virus that will prevent me from coming to work today. I expect to return to the office by tomorrow morning. I apologise for this sudden sick leave.

Hi [Boss's Name], I'm so sorry to do this at the last minute, but I won't be able to come to work today. I woke up this morning feeling quite unwell, and I don't want to get anyone else sick. I've already contacted [Colleague's Name] to see if he/she can cover my shift.

When you need to text your boss about being unable to come to work, keep it professional and to the point. You could say something like, 'Hello [Boss's Name], I am not feeling well today and will not be able to make it to work. Thank you for your understanding. '

Vomiting and diarrhea with upset stomach can cause dehydration. Sports drinks with electrolytes are the best way to prevent dehydration. If you're having trouble keeping liquids down, try sucking on ice chips and taking small sips of water. You can also drink noncaffeinated sodas, such as Sprite, 7UP or ginger ale.

This can include the foods commonly recommended in the BRAT diet, which stands for bananas, rice, applesauce and toast, but it can also extend to options like plain crackers and broth-based soups, for instance.

Antacids (such as Tums and Rolaids) are a good choice for heartburn and sour stomach. And medicines that contain bismuth subsalicylate (like Pepto-Bismol) can help treat diarrhea and nausea. If you're not sure which medicine to take for your upset stomach, talk with your healthcare professional.