Presentation
Of these 18 seizure patients, eight presented without fever (the aFS group) and 10 presented with febrile episodes (FS group). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Entire Body System
- Asymptomatic
This technique has now increased the analytical sensitivity so drastically that positive results are found in asymptomatic children, leading to complex interpretation of real-time PCR results and difficult distinction between asymptomatic shedding and [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
In studies, 12% of patients did not exhibit GI symptoms; however, 90% of children have antibody by 9 years of age, indicating that astrovirus is a largely asymptomatic infection. [uspharmacist.com]
- Poor Feeding
Other symptoms include: Abdominal pain or cramping Nausea Vomiting Fever Poor feeding (in infants) Unintentional weight loss (may be a sign of dehydration) Excessive sweating Clammy skin Muscle pain or joint stiffness Incontinence (loss of stool control [my.clevelandclinic.org]
Common symptoms include: Abdominal pain Diarrhea Nausea and vomiting Other symptoms may include: Chills, clammy skin, or sweating Fever Joint stiffness or muscle pain Poor feeding Weight loss Exams and Tests The health care provider will look for signs [ufhealth.org]
Common symptoms include: Abdominal pain Diarrhea Nausea and vomiting Other symptoms may include: Chills, clammy skin, or sweating Fever Joint stiffness or muscle pain Poor feeding Weight loss The health care provider will look for signs of dehydration [medlineplus.gov]
- Severe Pain
Again, if you are experiencing severe pain or other complications, please consult your healthcare practitioner, as serious food borne illness may sometimes present in a manner that resembles stomach flu. [commonsensehome.com]
Gastrointestinal
- Vomiting
In viral gastroenteritis, the combination of diarrhea and vomiting can cause dehydration. [giguy.net]
People with vomiting or diarrhoea should: rest at home and not attend work. [health.nsw.gov.au]
Epidemic viral gastroenteritis has acquired various names in medical literature including "winter vomiting disease," "acute infectious nonbacterial gastroenteritis ," "epidemic diarrhea and vomiting," "epidemic collapse," and "epidemic nausea and vomiting [healthcentral.com]
It is important to seek prompt medical attention, if the symptoms do not improve, or if the following scenario is observed: Severe vomiting for 24 hours Blood in vomit Signs of dehydration are noted, which may include: Dry mouth Extreme tiredness Excessive [dovemed.com]
- Diarrhea
Rotavirus infection is the most common cause of diarrhea in infants and young children under 5 years old. Adenoviruses and astroviruses cause diarrhea mostly in young children, but older children and adults can also be affected. [southernnevadahealthdistrict.org]
In addition, diarrhea and cramping may begin during this 24 hour period or immediately afterward. Diarrhea may last a day or two, or in young children it may last a week or longer. Fever is generally short-lived, lasting one to three days. [healthcentral.com]
You can buy medicines at the drugstore that can help stop or slow diarrhea. Do not use these medicines without talking to your provider if you have bloody diarrhea, a fever, or if the diarrhea is severe. Do not give these medicines to children. [ufhealth.org]
Follow-up surveys were returned at month 6 by 186 patients and 198 controls: mean GSRS score was significantly higher in patients than in controls for abdominal pain, diarrhea, and constipation. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
- Nausea
Symptoms The symptoms caused by these infections include fever, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramping, and diarrhea. When nausea and vomiting are present, they are usually strongest the first 12 to 24 hours and slowly improve thereafter. [healthcentral.com]
View or Print All Sections Definition & Facts Viral gastroenteritis is an infection of your intestines that typically causes watery diarrhea, pain or cramping in your abdomen, nausea or vomiting, and sometimes fever. [niddk.nih.gov]
Loss of appetite, vomiting, cramps, nausea *, and diarrhea * are the most common symptoms of gastroenteritis. In the United States, gastroenteritis usually is a mild disease. [humanillnesses.com]
You will need to call your doctor if you or your child display any of the following symptoms: Blood in stools or dark, close to black coloured stools Feeling confused and lethargic Nausea Sunken eyes or fontanelle (these are the soft spots on your baby [mymed.com]
Mint Mint may also have anti-nausea properties similar to those of ginger. Sipping a soothing mint tea may help you feel better. Studies have found that peppermint oil may help relax the muscles in your gut. [healthline.com]
- Abdominal Pain
Follow-up surveys were returned at month 6 by 186 patients and 198 controls: mean GSRS score was significantly higher in patients than in controls for abdominal pain, diarrhea, and constipation. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Diarrhea Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain and bloating Fever, malaise, and muscle aches may be present but are not always. Symptoms typically resolve on their own in 2 to 3 days. [jamanetwork.com]
Children Signs of dehydration, such as thirst and decreased urination, lethargy, dry mouth, sunken eyes, feeling faint on standing fever abdominal pain bloody diarrhoea any symptoms in a child less than 12 months of age. [sahealth.sa.gov.au]
- Abdominal Cramps
Signs and Symptoms Watery diarrhoea Vomiting Headache Fever Abdominal cramps Symptoms may last from 1 - 10 days depending on which virus causes the illness. [deputyprimeminister.gov.mt]
Written by Published on March 28, 2016 Viral gastroenteritis (stomach flu) is an infection of the intestines that causes diarrhea, abdominal cramping, vomiting, and even fever. [belmarrahealth.com]
They can include: Vomiting Watery diarrhea Headache Fever Abdominal cramps ("stomach ache") The best way to treat viral gastroenteritis is to rest and prevent severe loss of fluids (dehydration). [marquette.edu]
The typical presentation is an increased frequency of defecation lasting less than 14 days, which may be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, anorexia, abdominal cramps, and fever. [1] Thielman NM, Guerrant RL. [bestpractice.bmj.com]
The affected person may also have headache, fever, and abdominal cramps (“stomach ache”). [sfcdcp.org]
Cardiovascular
- Heart Disease
disease Hospital infections Immunisation Infectious diseases Ways infectious diseases spread Exclusion from childcare, preschool, school and work Handling blood and other body substances Breadcrumbs This is a type of gastroenteritis (also known as ‘gastro [sahealth.sa.gov.au]
Don't use NSAIDS is you are already taking one for another condition (like arthritis) or are on aspirin (such as for heart disease or after a stroke). If medicine for vomiting or diarrhea are prescribed, take these only as directed. [mountnittany.org]
Anyone with a chronic illness, such as heart disease, asthma, cancer, or kidney disease, or who has HIV or is taking medications that suppress the immune system, should check with a doctor if they come down with the stomach flu. [health.com]
Neurologic
- Seizure
All seizure patients, whether febrile or afebrile, presented with generalized tonic clonic seizures (GTCS), complex partial seizures (CPS), or both. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Call 911 Call 911 if any of these occur: Trouble breathing Chest pain Confused Severe drowsiness or trouble awakening Fainting or loss of consciousness Rapid heart rate Seizure Stiff neck When to seek medical advice Call your healthcare provider right [mountnittany.org]
Some viral infections may produce benign infantile seizures. Viruses (particularly rotavirus) and the bacteria Escherichia coli and Campylobacter species are the primary causes of gastroenteritis. [en.wikipedia.org]
- Febrile Seizures
All seizure patients, whether febrile or afebrile, presented with generalized tonic clonic seizures (GTCS), complex partial seizures (CPS), or both. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Workup
Serum
- Hypoglycemia
As hypoglycemia occurs in approximately 10% of infants and young children, measuring serum glucose in this population is recommended. Electrolytes and kidney function should also be checked when there is a concern about severe dehydration. [en.wikipedia.org]
Colonoscopy
- Colitis
K52.81 Eosinophilic gastritis or gastroenteritis K52.82 Eosinophilic colitis K52.83 Microscopic colitis K52.831 Collagenous colitis K52.832 Lymphocytic colitis K52.838 Other microscopic colitis K52.839 …… unspecified K52.89 Other specified noninfective [icd10data.com]
The most notorious STEC serotype is O157:H7, which is associated with hemorrhagic colitis and hemolytic-uremic syndrome (HUS). As a result, this serotype is routinely screened for in clinical microbiology laboratories. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Pseudomembranous colitis, usually caused by antibiotic use, is managed by discontinuing the causative agent and treating it with either metronidazole or vancomycin. [en.wikipedia.org]
Treatment
Gatorade and N-ORS may be effective in the treatment of dehydration associated with mild viral gastroenteritis. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
At the visit, write down the name of a new diagnosis, and any new medicines, treatments, or tests. Also write down any new instructions your provider gives you. Know why a new medicine or treatment is prescribed, and how it will help you. [cedars-sinai.org]
Specific treatment is usually not needed. In most cases, you simply need to drink plenty of fluids and rest at home until the virus leaves your system. In rare cases, you may need treatment for severe dehydration, with IV (intravenous) fluids. [hopkinsmedicine.org]
Treatment No specific antiviral drugs are useful for treating viral gastroenteritis. It is a common illness which may be particularly serious in young children. [sahealth.sa.gov.au]
Prognosis
Most individuals recover from this infection, without any complications and have an excellent prognosis If the symptoms are severe and prolonged, then it may result in permanent damage to various parts of the organs in the body. [dovemed.com]
Outlook (Prognosis) For most people, the illness goes away in a few days without treatment. Possible Complications Severe dehydration can occur in infants and young children. [ufhealth.org]
Etiology
RESULTS: Viral etiology has been set at 19,6% of patients with acute gastroenteritis. Noroviruses were predominant (10,2%), the proportion of rotavirus was 7,7%, astroviruses - 1,7%. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Epidemiology
The present report is the first prospective analysis of clinical-epidemiological trends of dual infections in young Spanish children with acute viral gastroenteritis. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Therefore, it is necessary to examine the molecular epidemiology of these viruses for controlling diarrheal diseases. [content.iospress.com]
Pathophysiology
Pathophysiology Viral spread from person to person occurs by fecal-oral transmission of contaminated food and water. Some viruses, like noroviruses, may be transmitted by an airborne route. [emedicine.medscape.com]
Prevention
Author information 1 Department of Acute Infectious Disease Control and Prevention, Key Lab of Enteric Pathogenic Microbiology, Ministry of Health, Jiangsu Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Nanjing, China. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Viral gastroenteritis prevention and home remedies There is no cure for viral gastroenteritis and, unfortunately, you must let it run its course, so prevention is the key. [belmarrahealth.com]
Prevention Exclude people with viral gastroenteritis from childcare, preschool, school and work until there has been no diarrhoea or vomiting for 24 hours. [sahealth.sa.gov.au]