Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Are rotavirus infections generally deadly in the united states?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Risk of dehydration: The risk from rotavirus comes from the effects of the virus, which is diarrhea. A rotavirus induced diarrhea can cause dehydration to the point of needing hospitalization for rehydration. Failure to treat this can lead to such severe dehydration that it can cause death.
Answered 7/5/2012
6.1k views
Thank
No, not at all: Issue remains keeping at risk infants adequately hydrated.
Answered 12/10/2012
5.4k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
Does rotavirus infection usually cause many symptoms?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
Do symptoms like rotavirus infection go away quickly?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
What can I do to protect my kids from my rotavirus infection?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
What is the definition or description of: Rotavirus infection?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Where am I or my child likely to contract a rotavirus infection?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
