Frequently Asked Questions
Below you will find information that might help you understand how to find things or learn about information you might need to know about your city or town.
Rotavirus
3-
Rotavirus
Rotavirus is most common in infants and young children, but older children and adults can become with rotavirus as well.
-
Rotavirus
Rotavirus spreads easily among infants and young children. Children can spread the virus both before and after they become sick with diarrhea. They can also pass rotavirus to family members and other people with whom they have close contact. Rotavirus can be spread by contaminated:
- Hands
- Objects (toys, surfaces)
- Food
- Water
Children are most likely to get rotavirus in the winter and spring (December through June).
-
Rotavirus
Children who get infected may have severe watery diarrhea, often with vomiting, fever, and abdominal pain. Vomiting and watery diarrhea can last from 3 to 8 days. Additional symptoms may include loss of appetite and dehydration (loss of body fluids), which can be especially dangerous for infants and young children.
Symptoms of dehydration include:
- decrease in urination
- dry mouth and throat
- feeling dizzy when standing up
A dehydrated child may also:
- cry with few or no tears
- be unusually sleepy or fussy.
Adults who get rotavirus disease tend to have milder symptoms.