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Gastroenteritis Symptoms, Spread and Prevention

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Gastroenteritis is the infection or inflammation of the digestive system. It can be caused by viruses, bacteria, parasites, toxins, chemicals and medicines. There are many kinds of gastroenteritis, most of them contagious.

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Gastroenteritis is a common illness with a variety of causes. It is often highly contagious. Symptoms typically include abdominal cramps, vomiting and diarrhoea. Gastroenteritis is a short-term illness that usually resolves by itself after a few days.

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It was very useful and knowledgeable I gained about gastroenteritis .
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Fantastic summary of gastroenteritis. Everything you need to know.
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