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What is gastroentinitus and how is it treated?
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See below: Inflammation of the gastro-intestinal tract can be due to many reasons such as viral infection, food poisoning, chemical irritants etc. Treatment depends on the condition. See this site for more information. http://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/gastroenteritis.
Answered 3/14/2013
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Viral infection: It implies nausea/vomiting with diarrhea (and usually also fevers / muscle aches). It is a "gi bug" and is usually short-lived. (1-5 days).
Answered 7/16/2013
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