Question 1

just diagnosed with viral gastroenteritis. very sick,with a lot of pain. as i have ulcerative colitis can i expect a longer recovery time?

Accepted Answer

Most likely: Any viral diarrheal illness can potentially make your ulcerative colitis flare up, fir which you can expect a longer recovery.

Question 2

is it possible to catch viral gastroenteritis whilst currently infected with cold virus? if so is that a dangerous combination?

Accepted Answer

2 viruses: A person can catch 2 viral illnesses at the same time. Having cold symptoms (upper respiratory infection) and having stomach flu symptoms (gastroenteritis) can be from 1 virus or from 2 different viruses. Catching 2 viruses will make a person feel sicker, but is not necessarily a "dangerous combination", because many patients have mild symptoms.

Question 3

i have viral gastroenteritis and i'm feeling better, this is day 2. i'm no longer vomitting but i still have a little diarria, am i still contagious ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Patients with viral gastroenteritis can continue to shed virus in their stool for 10-21 days after onset of illness. Frequent hand washing with soap(NOT hand sanitizers) by the patient and household contacts can reduce transmission. All surfaces in contact with stool or vomitus should be wiped with diluted household bleach. Care givers should use disposable gloves(and masks if possible).

Question 4

my 21/2yr old has viral gastroenteritis but mild passes loose stools one time once she eats dairy/fried/sugary foods .2 weeks on now how long normal?

Accepted Answer

Several weeks: sometimes after a viral gastroenteritis young children can be left with mild malabsorption and relative lactose intolerance. would try lactose free milk and consider a course of probiotics to improve digestion. avoid super sugary foods and  concentrate on lots of carbs such as rice and potatoes

Question 5

does a positive ferrolactin during gastroenteritis mean it is a bacterial infection or could it also be a viral infection like norovirus or rotavirus?

Accepted Answer

: I assume you meant Lactoferrin stool test not Ferrolactin.
The presence of Lactoferrin only means there is bowel inflammation regardless of the causative agent, bacteria or virus.

Question 6

do you think i should not be around baby if i have viral gastroenteritis?

Accepted Answer

Avoid contact : Viral gastrointestinal infections can be very contagious. They usually resolve on own without any intervention but can cause significant fluid loss. In an adult it rarely causes much problem but a child can get dehydrated much easier and may require fluid replacement. Since they resolve quickly it is better to wait to interact with children.

Question 7

is it any relation between appendectomy and viral gastroenteritis ?

Accepted Answer

No: Appendectomy refers to surgery to remove appendix. Viral gastroenteritis is code for stomach flu. There's no relationship unless your stomach flu was mistaken for acute appendicitis for which you underwent appendectomy.

Question 8

what are some of the non-drug treatments for viral gastroenteritis in adults?

Accepted Answer

The non drug treatments for Viral gastroenteritis in adults include::   IV hydration, Rehydration solution.

Question 9

is viral gastroenteritis a serious illness?

Accepted Answer

No: Generally not in otherwise healthy individuals but in infants and the elderly it can be serious if they cannot maintain adequate hydration-so the key is to drink appropriate liquids which replace electrolytes which jave been lost.

Question 10

what are some of the tests for viral gastroenteritis in adults?

Accepted Answer

The tests for Viral gastroenteritis in adults include::   Basic metabolic panel, Kidney function tests, Stool culture, Stool ova and parasite exam, Rotavirus antigen detection, EIA.

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Just diagnosed with viral gastroenteritis. very sick,with a lot of pain. as i have ulcerative colitis can i expect a longer recovery time?

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Is it possible to catch viral gastroenteritis whilst currently infected with cold virus? if so is that a dangerous combination?

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I have viral gastroenteritis and i'm feeling better, this is day 2. i'm no longer vomitting but i still have a little diarria, am i still contagious ?

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My 21/2yr old has viral gastroenteritis but mild passes loose stools one time once she eats dairy/fried/sugary foods .2 weeks on now how long normal?

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Does a positive ferrolactin during gastroenteritis mean it is a bacterial infection or could it also be a viral infection like norovirus or rotavirus?

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Do you think i should not be around baby if i have viral gastroenteritis?

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Is it any relation between appendectomy and viral gastroenteritis ?

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What are some of the non-drug treatments for viral gastroenteritis in adults?

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Is viral gastroenteritis a serious illness?

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