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Viral Gastroenteritis : Causes

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Viral gastroenteritis is a leading cause of severe diarrhea in both adults and children. Many types of viruses can cause gastroenteritis. The most common ones are: Astrovirus; Enteric adenovirus; Norovirus (also called Norwalk-like virus. It is co...
Source:ADAM
Date:December 19, 2008
Rotavirus is the major cause of diarrhea and vomiting in young children worldwide. The infection is highly contagious and may lead to severe dehydration (loss of body fluids) and even death. In the United States, more than 50,000 children are hospitalized and up to 125 die each year as a result of rotavirus infection.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Detailed information on rotavirus, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention
Source:StayWell
A vaccine can protect babies from rotavirus, the most common cause of severe diarrhea in infants.
Source:StayWell
Rotavirus is a germ that infects the small intestines. It is very common in the winter months, and is the leading cause of diarrhea in children.
Source:StayWell
Rotavirus is the major cause of diarrhea and vomiting in young children worldwide. The infection is highly contagious and may lead to severe dehydration (loss of body fluids) and even death.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
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