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A 32-year-old male asked:
What are the symptoms of viral gastroenteritis in adults?
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Dr. Geoffrey Rutledgeanswered
Internal Medicine 42 years experience
The symptoms of Viral gastroenteritis in adults include:: Abdominal pain, Loss of appetite, Dehydration, Diarrhea, Malaise, Fever, Nausea, Vomiting.
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A 21-year-old member asked:
What are the symptoms of viral gastroenteritis?
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Dr. Ryan Stantonanswered
Emergency Medicine 19 years experience
Hukes and spews 2: By definition, there has to be nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. It can also include abdominal pain, cramping, occasionally fever, and occasionally blood in the vomit or stool.
6.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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A 32-year-old male asked:
What are some of the tests for Viral gastroenteritis in adults?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledgeanswered
Internal Medicine 42 years experience
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.
1.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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A 32-year-old male asked:
What are some of the risk factors for getting Viral gastroenteritis in adults?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledgeanswered
Internal Medicine 42 years experience
The risk factors for getting Viral gastroenteritis in adults include:: Chronic illness, Exposure to sick contact, Ingestion of contaminated food or water, Organ transplant, Poor hygiene, HIV/AIDS.
1.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Jan 5, 2019
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