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My brother had the stomach bug on friday of last week we have had no contact with him since thanksgiving last week are we still able to contact the stomach bug or are we in the clear?
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This will depend on the incubation time of the bug. Time will tell.?
Answered 11/30/2022
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The usual incubation period for viral gastroenteritis is 24 to 72 hours. Since it has been 6 days since Thanksgiving, you are probably in the clear. Good luck.
Answered 12/3/2022
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