Gastroenteritis

Overview

Intestinal inflammation (irritation) is referred to as gastroenteritis. Gastroenteritis can also affect your colon and small intestine. Although viruses are the most common cause, it can also be brought on by bacteria, toxins, parasites, certain chemicals, and drugs. Gastroenteritis typically causes abdominal discomfort, stomach pain, vomiting, and watery diarrhoea. It is easily transmitted from one infected individual to another through close contact or by touching contaminated surfaces since it is contagious. Consumption of tainted foods and drinks can lead to the gastroenteritis virus. Basic hand hygiene practices, rapid disinfection of contaminated surfaces, and avoiding contaminated food and water can prevent the majority of instances of gastroenteritis. Most gastroenteritis cases can be managed at home with a regular diet of clear soups, coconut water, clean boiled water, oral rehydration solution (ORS), and fresh fruit juices.