apr 23, 1943 - Rotavirus

Description:

Can cause gastroenteritis (or inflammation in the stomach and intestines)

Symptoms: Decreased Urination, Dry mouth and throat, feeling dizzy when standing up, crying with few or no tears, unusual sleepiness or fussiness

Adults who get rotavirus disease tend to have milder symptoms.

Treatment: There is no specific medicine to treat rotavirus infection - drink lots of liquids (oral rehydration solutions)

Transmission: Putting unwashed hands that are contaminated with poop into your mouth, touching contaminated objects or surfaces then put your fingers in your mouth, eat contaminated food.

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