Myths and Truths about Rotavirus Infection: Let's Look the Enemy in the Face

Rotavirus infection, although not a direct threat to life, can sometimes cause serious complications.

Let's figure it out and find out the truth about rotavirus: which of the common statements are true and which are nothing more than myths.

Rotavirus always manifests itself acutely and sharply

And it is true. The incubation period of the infection lasts from 12 hours to 5 days, on average – 1-2 days.

In the vast majority of cases (about 90%), symptoms develop on the first day of illness. In other cases, abdominal pain and intoxication make themselves known during this period, while diarrhea, vomiting and fever are added on the 2nd-3rd day.

The main treatment is plenty of water

But this is a myth. Water cannot compensate for the water-salt balance, so you cannot do without a rehydration solution when treating rotavirus infection.

You need to take antibiotics

Another myth. Since the cause of the disease is a virus, antibiotics are powerless.

True, sometimes doctors prescribe these drugs in cases where a bacterial infection joins the rotavirus.

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• 12 June 2024

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