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Will norovirus infections kill me?
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Usually not: Norovirus infections are a common cause of gastroenteritis (diarrhea with nausea and vomiting). The infection is usually self limited.
Answered 3/22/2020
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Not likely: Norovirus infections usually effect the GI tract with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea the major manifestations. Occasionally there is a low grade fever, but recovery within 1 to 3 days is generally complete. You must however stay well hydrated.
Answered 6/10/2014
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