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Which viruses are going around this month that infants can catch?
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Many!: There are well over 500 viruses that children can get. Currently, we have seen much gastroenteritis caused by norovirus; still some cases of flu; some gastro caused by rotovirus (we have a good oral vaccine for that). We are beginning to see coxsackie virus -- causes sosres in the mouth, fever. Common cold viruses include rhinoviruses as well. No specific treatment- rest, hydration and time!
Answered 7/10/2018
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