D&V - how long does the D last?

[orienteerer]

DS(8) started with D&V after school on Mon. Well, D first then was sick all through Mon night. No vomiting since early Tue morning but still has diarrhoea, otherwise seems ok. Is this normal for a virus or food poisoning (not sure which it is)? Any helpful tips?

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def normal for D to drag on. Try those live yoghurt drinks can be helpful after this type of illness

with dd 16 months the D lasted 6 days. twas grim but suddenly she was all better

Yes, quite normal for diarrhea to drag on for a few days. Following the BRAT diet can help:
Bananas
Rice
Applesauce
Toast

Also boiled potatoes, plain noodles and live yoghurt (as NowWhatIsit said) although avoid other dairy products until it settles down.
Make sure he keeps hydrated.

Thanks for your replies, yes he's on the toast, rice etc & no dairy. Seems much better so he's off to school.