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An Infection or the inflammation of the digestive tract, particularly the stomach and the intestines. ● It is frequently referred to as the stomach or intestinal flu. ● Stomach flu is typically spread by contact with an infected person or through contaminated food or water. Causes ● Viruses -   Such as caliciviruses, rotaviruses, astroviruses, and adenoviruses. ● Bacteria -  Such as the Campylobacter bacterium Causes ● Parasites - Such as Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia lamblia, and Cryptosporidium. ● Bacterial toxins - Some strains of staphylococcal bacteria produce toxins that can cause gastroenteritis. ● Chemicals - lead poisoning, for example, can trigger gastroenteritis. ● Drugs - Certain drugs, such as antibiotics, can cause gastroenteritis in susceptible peo people and can irritate the digestive tract.

 Infectious Gastroenteritis ● Escherichia coli infection. ● Campylobacter infection. ● Salmonellosis. ● Cryptosporidium Infection. ● Shigellosis. ● Viral Gastroenteritis. ● Giardiasis.

Symptoms ● Loss Of Appetite. ● Bloating. ● Body Aches. ● Diarrhea. ● Abdominal Pain And Cramps. ● Nausea And Vomiting. ● Pus In The Stools (In some cases). ● Bloody Stools (In some cases). ● Lethargy. ● Sometimes Fever And Weakness.

Complications ● The great danger of gastroenteritis is dehydration. The loss of fluids through diarrhea and vomiting can abnormal the body’s electrolyte balance,leading to potentially life-threatening problems such as heartbeat abnormalities. ● ● Dehydration should be suspected if a dry mouth, increased or excessive thirst, or scanty urination is experienced. ● Symptoms of great concern include a high fever, blood or mucus in diarrhea, blood in vomit, and severe abdominal pain or swelling. ● These symptoms require prompt medical attention.

'Diagnosis' ● The symptoms of gastroenteritis are usually enough to identify the illness. ● It is important to establish the cause, as different types of gastroenteritis respond to different treatments. ● Diagnosis method may include:- - Medical history. - Blood Test. - Stool Test. - Physical Examination. Treatment ● Oral rehydration drinks, available from your pharmacist. ● Avoiding anti-vomiting or anti-diarrhea drugs unless prescribed or recommended by your doctor, because these medications will keep the infection inside your body. ● Plenty of fluids. ● Admission to hospital and intravenous fluid replacement, in severe cases. ● Antibiotics, if bacteria are the cause. Prevention ● Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before preparing food or eating. ● Do not handle raw and cooked foods with the same implements (tongs, knives, cutting boards), unless they have been thoroughly washed between uses. ● When traveling overseas to countries where sanitation is suspect, only drink bottled water. Don’t forget to brush your teeth in bottled water too. Avoid food buffets, uncooked foods or peeled fruits and vegetables, and ice in drinks. ● Wash hands with soap and water as this are the best way to prevent infection. Alcohol-based hand sanitizers while effective against some viruses (such as coronavirus), are not effective against gastroenteritis. ● Use disposable paper towels to dry your hands rather than cloth towels, since the bacteria can survive for some time on objects. Prognosis ● Gastroenteritis is usually resolved within 2 to 3 days and there are no long-term effects. ● If dehydration occurs, recovery is extended by a few days.