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I had a stomach virus 2 days ago, and passed it to my partner. am i able catch it again from him, or do i have immunity from the first time?

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

If it is viral,: you have immunity. If it is bacterial,you can get reinfected. Clostridium ( a bacteria ) can be very difficult to eradicate. Have your physician help you figure out what to do going forward.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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