What is rotavirus infection?
Rotavirus is a common virus that causes diarrhea and throwing up.
The virus isn't dangerous in older children. But in babies and young children, a lot of diarrhea and throwing up can cause serious dehydration (not enough water in the body).
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Most babies get the rotavirus vaccine (shot) to prevent rotavirus as part of their regular childhood vaccinations
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Washing your hands often with soap and water is the best way to keep rotavirus and other stomach viruses from spreading
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Most children get better by resting and drinking fluids, but some very ill children need to get extra fluid through a vein (an IV)
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Older children and adults also can get rotavirus infection, but symptoms are usually mild
What causes rotavirus infection?
What are the symptoms of rotavirus infection?
How can doctors tell if my child has rotavirus infection?
How do doctors treat rotavirus infection?
How can I prevent my child from getting rotavirus infection?
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Get your children vaccinated for rotavirus as part of their regular childhood vaccinations
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Wash your hands and your child’s hands often using warm water and soap
