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Viral Gastroenteritis : Complications

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Complications could include:

Complications Overview Articles

Viral gastroenteritis
Rotavirus causes severe gastroenteritis in infants and young children. Severe dehydration and death can occur in this age group.
Source:ADAM
Date:December 19, 2008

Specific Complications Articles

Dehydration
Dehydration means your body does not have as much water and fluids as it should. Dehydration can be caused by losing too much fluid, not drinking enough water or fluids, or both. Vomiting and diarrhea are common causes. Infants and children are more susceptible to dehydration than adults because of their smaller body weights and higher turnover of water and electrolytes. The elderly and those with illnesses are also at higher risk. Dehydration is classified as mild, moderate, or severe based on how much of the body's fluid is lost or not replenished. When severe, dehydration is a life-threatening emergency.
Source:ADAM
Date:September 28, 2007
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