• Viral gastroenteritis is present when a virus causes an infection of the stomach and intestine. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Rotavirus infection is highly contagious . (medicinenet.com)
  • Two vaccines to prevent rotavirus infection are available: RotaTeq and Rotarix. (medicinenet.com)
  • Since 2006, vaccines have been available for rotavirus infection. (medicinenet.com)
  • Repeat infections with different viral strains are possible, and most children had several episodes of rotavirus infection in the first years of life. (medicinenet.com)
  • Babies and toddlers between 6-24 months of age are at the greatest risk for developing severe disease from rotavirus infection. (medicinenet.com)
  • Worldwide, rotavirus infection is still a significant cause of death in infants and children. (medicinenet.com)
  • Rotavirus affects populations in all socioeconomic groups and is equally prevalent in industrialized and developing countries, so differences in sanitation practices or water supply are not likely to affect the incidence of the infection. (medicinenet.com)
  • However, infection with rotavirus can occur at any time of the year. (medicinenet.com)
  • What are rotavirus infection symptoms and signs? (medicinenet.com)
  • Immunity from repeated infection is incomplete after a rotavirus infection, but repeated infections tend to be less severe than the original infection. (medicinenet.com)
  • Rotavirus infection can be associated with severe dehydration in infants and children. (medicinenet.com)
  • Severe dehydration can lead to death in rare cases, so it is important to recognize and treat this complication of rotavirus infection. (medicinenet.com)
  • In addition to the symptoms of rotavirus infection discussed above, parents should be aware of the symptoms of dehydration that can occur with rotavirus infection or with other serious conditions. (medicinenet.com)
  • Infection with different strains of the virus is possible, so it is common to have several separate rotavirus infections in childhood. (medicinenet.com)
  • Black tarry stools may indicate bleeding in the stomach and may not be a sign of infection. (woosterhospital.org)
  • It is a highly contagious viral infection that inflames the lining of the stomach and intestines, and especially affects children 2 years old and younger. (texmed.org)
  • common infection of the stomach and intestines that results in vomiting and diarrhoea While bacterial gastroenteritis presents similarly to viral gastroenteritis, it is far less common. (ireggae.com)
  • Since the stomach flu is a virus and not a bacterial infection, current medicine cant fix the fluit has to get better on its own. (stomachguide.net)
  • A strep throat infection causes 10% of new onset stomach pain with fever. (healthychildren.org)
  • Sometimes, stomach pain signals the start of a viral infection. (healthychildren.org)
  • While not conclusively linking the rotavirus vaccine with protection against type 1 diabetes, this new study builds on earlier research suggesting natural rotavirus infection may be a risk factor for type 1 diabetes. (precisionvaccinations.com)
  • Additionally, Professor Len Harrison from the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute, who is the study senior author, said the discovery followed on from earlier research implicating rotavirus infection in the development of type 1 diabetes. (precisionvaccinations.com)
  • While not conclusive, our latest study suggests that preventing rotavirus infection in Australian infants by vaccination may also reduce their risk of type 1 diabetes. (precisionvaccinations.com)
  • A rotavirus infection is a viral infection by a rotavirus, an RNA virus which belongs to the Reoviridae family. (symptoma.com)
  • Typical symptoms associated with a rotavirus infection encompass all the manifestations of acute gastroenteritis , that persists for 3 to 8 days on average. (symptoma.com)
  • This study was conducted to determine the incidence of rotavirus infection in children with gastroenteritis attending Jos university teaching hospital, Plateau State. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Almost all children have had a rotavirus infection by the time they are 5 years old [ 3 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Rotavirus gastroenteritis is a mild to severe disease, once a child is exposed to rotavirus infection, it takes about 1-2 days (incubation period) before symptoms often starts with fever, nausea and vomiting, which are often followed by abdominal cramps and frequent watery diarrhea (which may last for 3-8 days) infected children may also have a cough and runny nose. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Long-term effects of rotavirus infection are rare, but it can cause temporary lactose intolerance or a decreased ability to absorb nutrients. (yourhealthtoday.net)
  • By ensuring your child stays hydrated, you can help prevent complications associated with rotavirus infection. (yourhealthtoday.net)
  • After rotavirus, the most important cause of acute infantile gastroenteritis probably is calicivirus infection. (medscape.com)
  • Astrovirus infection is associated with 2-9% of cases of infantile gastroenteritis worldwide, making it the third most frequent cause after rotavirus and calicivirus. (medscape.com)
  • Your child should not receive this vaccine if he or she has ever had a life-threatening allergic reaction to a rotavirus oral vaccine, if the child has ever had intussusception (a blockage of the intestines), or if the child has severe combined immunodeficiency disease (SCID). (everydayhealth.com)
  • In children, rotavirus is the most common cause of severe disease. (wikipedia.org)
  • Rotavirus-related symptoms can lead to severe and life-threatening dehydration . (medicinenet.com)
  • Rotavirus is a virus that infects the bowels, causing severe inflammation of the stomach and bowels (known as gastroenteritis). (medicinenet.com)
  • In rare cases, children who are immunized with the rotavirus vaccine have developed severe bowel obstruction ( intussusception ), allergic reactions, autoimmune responses, and other life-threatening side effects. (schmidtlaw.com)
  • The previous rotavirus vaccine (RotaShield) was withdrawn in 1999 due to a risk of intussusception , a type of bowel obstruction that can cause severe intestinal damage. (schmidtlaw.com)
  • Unfortunately, in rare cases, the rotavirus vaccine itself can cause severe, sometimes life-threatening side effects. (schmidtlaw.com)
  • Compared to stomach flu, symptoms of food poisoning may be more severe and may last for a shorter time. (homage.sg)
  • However, if the symptoms of stomach flu last for over a week and symptoms are severe, the patient might develop dehydration that could lead to complications (see Stomach Flu Complications). (homage.sg)
  • Rotavirus vaccines can cause severe bowel obstruction ( intussusception ), allergic reactions, autoimmune diseases, and more. (theclarkfirmtexas.com)
  • RotaShield is a rotavirus vaccine that was recalled in 1999 after being associated with an increased risk of intussusception , a type of bowel obstruction that can cause severe intestinal damage. (theclarkfirmtexas.com)
  • First and foremost, hydration is the name of the stomach bug game, especially since severe dehydration is a common risk factor in rotavirus. (drlauryn.com)
  • Dehydration is a serious complication of rotavirus, if not immediately managed it can lead to hypovolemia (a disorder in which the volume of circulating blood decreases) and circulatory collapse and eventual death, in severe cases children may suffer from symptoms of rotavirus gastroenteritis for up to 9 days and then recover [ 8 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • If you find that your stomach flu symptoms are becoming increasingly more severe and difficult to manage on your own, you must speak to a medical professional. (talktomira.com)
  • Group A rotavirus causes 25-65% of severe infantile gastroenteritis worldwide. (medscape.com)
  • It can also cause vomiting, fever and stomach pain, and it can be fatal. (rxwiki.com)
  • The stomach flu is a virus that causes sudden onset of vomiting, high fever, and stomach pain. (askdrsears.com)
  • The initial vomiting pattern, stomach pain, and fever of these illnesses are the same as the stomach flu and therefore difficult to distinguish from the flu. (askdrsears.com)
  • This helps to protect them against the 'stomach flu-causing' Rotavirus which causes bad diarrhoea, fever and vomiting in their early years as they grow up. (mountelizabeth.com.sg)
  • Other symptoms include fever and stomach pain . (symptoma.com)
  • Most Shigella species cause mild symptoms like slight fever, chills, stomach cramps, and sometimes bloody stool that can last up to a week. (giantmicrobes.com)
  • The rotavirus is a member of the Reoviridae family of viruses and contains double-stranded RNA enclosed by a double-shelled outer layer (capsid). (medicinenet.com)
  • There are many viruses that cause the stomach flu. (woosterhospital.org)
  • According to the Mayo Clinic, a number of viruses can cause viral gastroenteritis, including noroviruses or a rotavirus. (wspa.com)
  • Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) in children , commonly referred to as the "stomach bug" by frustrated parents everywhere, is most often caused by a short list of viruses. (iherb.com)
  • Calling gastroenteritis "stomach flu" is a bit of a misnomer - this inflammation can affect both small and large intestines alongside the stomach lining, and is also not caused by influenza viruses. (homage.sg)
  • Stomach flu is most commonly caused by viruses, though it can also be caused by bacteria, parasites and fungal infections. (homage.sg)
  • Stomach flu is usually caused by viruses and is usually contracted from direct contact with someone else who is sick. (homage.sg)
  • As previously mentioned, although it is not caused by influenza viruses, gastroenteritis is commonly referred to as the "stomach flu" because most people have acute symptoms that last a day or so, and then begin to resolve, like the symptoms of more benign flu strains. (digestivetracthealth.com)
  • Rotavirus was coined from the Latin word (rota - meaning wheel), and is given because the viruses have a distinct wheel like shape. (biomedcentral.com)
  • For up to 15 days after receiving rotavirus vaccine , the child should avoid coming into contact with anyone who has a weak immune system. (everydayhealth.com)
  • Rotavirus commonly spreads in families, hospitals, and childcare centers. (cdc.gov)
  • Rotavirus spreads when a child has oral contact with stool (feces) containing the virus. (symptoma.com)
  • Some people develop diarrhoea after stomach surgery or removal of the gallbladder. (ndtv.com)
  • Quite often, this type of abdominal pain is due to stomach flu or another virus, spoiled food, or food that one has developed a sensitivity to. (stomachguide.net)
  • Although it might be unpleasant, it is usually better to let the nausea run its course, so that your stomach can empty itself of the contents that are making it sick. (all4naturalhealth.com)
  • You might need to take the medication on an empty stomach, or on a full stomach, in order to forgo the nausea. (all4naturalhealth.com)
  • You can treat stomach bugs at home by making sure your child keeps drinking fluids and gets plenty of rest. (mainlinehealth.org)
  • COVID-19 may cause stomach flu symptoms, even when breathing problems are not present. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Certain over the counter medicines like ibuprofen can cause stomach pain, especially if you take them on a regular basis. (stomachguide.net)
  • Physicians recommend that patients receive immunization with rotavirus vaccines before an infant reaches 8 months of age. (medicinenet.com)
  • For more information, see Rotavirus Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. (msdmanuals.com)