The main symptoms of viral gastroenteritis are: diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, stomach pain, loss of appetite and fever. Gastroenteritis can still cause fatigue, muscle aches, headache and weight loss. The symptoms of viral gastroenteritis usually begin to manifest 1 to 2 days after infection by the virus.
The treatment of viral gastroenteritis is control the symptoms and prevent dehydration, since there is no specific treatment for the infection. Symptoms usually disappear spontaneously within 3 days.
Are used medicines to control pain (analgesics), fever (antipyretic) and vomiting (antiemetics).
To combat dehydration, sera oral rehydration. In more severe cases, the person needs to be hospitalized for intravenous fluids.
THE food should be light and in small amounts, with smaller intervals between meals. Foods high in sugar and fats should be avoided.
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Some recommendations during treatment of viral gastroenteritis:
⇒ Increase water intake by drinking small amounts at a time;
⇒ Avoid fruit juices as they have fibers that can worsen diarrhea;
⇒ Intake isotonic drinks to replenish lost minerals;
⇒ Stay at rest.
THE viral gastroenteritis is an acute infection caused by a virus that strikes the stomach and intestines. The virus may be present in water, in contaminated food or in infected people. See here what gastroenteritis is.
Viral gastroenteritis is contagious and can be transmitted from person to person. Prevention is mainly done with adequate hygiene measures and care in the storage, preparation, cleaning and handling of food.
In case of symptoms of gastroenteritis, consult a general practitioner, family doctor or gastroenterologist.
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