Norovirus Symptoms Transmission Treatment and Prevention A Doctor Explains

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What is Norovirus? • Norovirus, commonly known as the 'winter vomiting bug', is a frequent cause of stomach illness, leading to symptoms like diarrhea and vomiting. It's more prevalent in the winter months but can be contracted at any time. Typically, norovirus resolves on its own within a few days, and it's usually possible to manage the symptoms at home. • It's advisable to avoid visiting a doctor to prevent the spread of the virus. Symptoms include sudden nausea, intense vomiting, and watery diarrhea. Some may also experience fever, headaches, stomach cramps, and body aches. These symptoms generally appear one to two days after infection and last about two to three days. • Norovirus spreads easily in public settings, such as hospitals and schools. It's transmitted when tiny particles of an infected person's vomit or feces are ingested, which can occur through close contact, touching contaminated surfaces, or eating food handled by someone who hasn’t washed their hands properly. The virus is most contagious when symptoms are present and shortly before and after this period. Re-infection is possible due to the virus's frequent changes, which prevent long-term immunity. • Preventing the spread of norovirus includes staying home for at least 48 hours after symptoms cease, practicing good hand hygiene, and maintaining cleanliness. Alcohol-based hand sanitizers are ineffective against it. To reduce contamination, use bleach-based cleaners for surfaces, wash contaminated clothing at a high temperature, and avoid sharing towels. Raw, unwashed food and untrusted sources of oysters should be avoided. • If you contract norovirus, it's best to stay home and let the illness run its course, as there's no specific treatment. To alleviate symptoms, stay hydrated, take pain relief if needed, and eat simple foods. Babies and young children are more prone to dehydration. Medical advice is usually unnecessary unless complications arise. Antibiotics are ineffective against norovirus as it's viral. • #Norovirus #WinterVomitingBug #StomachFlu #InfectionPrevention #PublicHealth #ViralIllness #HygieneTips #SelfCare #DehydrationPrevention #HomeTreatment

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