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Is it possible for my 3 month old to get gastritis from me or vise versa?

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Dr. David Lipkin answered

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Gastroenteritis-Yes: Viral gastroenteritis can spread to an uninfected family member. This can be minimized by avoiding contact with the stool of the infected person and frequent use of hand sanitizer.

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Answered 1/13/2016

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A member asked:

Is it possible for my 3 month old to get gastritis from me or vise versa?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Lipkin answered

Dr Abbott agreed

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