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My dad had the stomach virus 4 days ago. my mom and i haven't gotten it yet. what are the chances of us getting it?

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Dr. Dean Giannone answered

Reasonable.: You’re both likely still in the timeframe wherein Dad could still be contagious and you and your Mom can still be “incubating” the virus. So there’s still a decent chance. I’d say if you’re not sick within three days then you’re likely out of the woods.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

My dad had the stomach virus 4 days ago. my mom and i haven't gotten it yet. what are the chances of us getting it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dean Giannone answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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