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It\u2019s estimated that as much as one in every five cases of gastroenteritis is really caused by being infected with the norovirus; in turn, it\u2019s estimated that gastroenteritis itself caused as much as 1.3 million deaths in the year 2015. It\u2019s a very serious health condition, and you should take it seriously if you experience any of the symptoms that are mentioned in this article: It could be a little bit more than just a casual stomach bug that \u201cmight\u201d go away.<\/p>\n
There is no official vaccine or treatment for the norovirus, and the best that you can do if you have contracted this infection is to see your doctor for a course of antibiotics and let them help you to treat the rest of it symptomatically.<\/p>\n
Seek medical attention if you are experiencing any of these symptoms in combination with each other. Here are the 7 prevailing symptoms of being infected with the norovirus.<\/p>\n
Vomiting<\/a> is usually the first sign for most people that they have eaten or ingested something that has made them sick, and vomiting is a very common symptom for a range of disorders and illnesses including general infections, gastrointestinal upsets, food poisoning and other conditions such as the norovirus.<\/p>\n What most people don\u2019t realize is just how dangerous vomiting can be as a condition: If you have been throwing up for an extended period of time, then you are likely dehydrating at a rapid rate \u2013 and you will need to replenish these fluids as you go along. If you don\u2019t, then you are putting yourself at risk of more serious symptoms, even of death. There are a couple of natural ways to control nausea and vomiting, including taking ginger in any form.<\/p>\n If these natural methods don\u2019t work, ask your pharmacist if something is available over-the-counter to help with the bouts of nausea \u2013 or consider making an appointment with your doctor to bring the condition under control.<\/p>\n Nausea<\/a> is an extremely uncomfortable symptom, and one that\u2019s commonly associated with digestive upsets \u2013 combined with the other symptoms on this list, you are certainly at risk for infection with the norovirus. If you believe that this might be the case, then you should treat your symptoms for symptomatic relief and make an appointment with your doctor to be sure whether or not it really is the norovirus causing these symptoms.<\/p>\n There are a couple of easy and natural ways to control nausea: The first is with simple ginger extract. Some people also find that some simple mashed potatoes with salt can help to settle their stomach when they are sick. If stomach pain is associated along with the nausea, then you should apply heat to the stomach and see if the symptoms persist.<\/p>\n Make an appointment with your doctor if symptoms continue: There are plenty of other conditions that can have nausea as a symptom.<\/p>\n Stomach cramps<\/a> can be a common symptom associated with the norovirus, especially if you are able to combine several of the symptoms on this list at the same time. If this is the case, then you should make an appointment with your doctor so that you can be tested for an infection with the norovirus.<\/p>\n There can be plenty of other causes for experiencing stomach cramps, including menstruation, stress and food poisoning \u2013 though there\u2019s almost always some kind of medical reason behind abdominal cramps, and you should get yourself to a doctor if you experience it as a persistent symptom for longer than a couple of hours.<\/p>\n If you are hoping to relieve abdominal cramps, then the best thing you can do is to apply heat; sometimes, ginger extract also helps to relieve the pain that\u2019s most commonly associated with abdominal cramps. If the condition continues, see a doctor immediately.<\/p>\n Muscle pain<\/a> is a common symptom associated with an infection of the norovirus, and you should have serious cause for concern if you can combine several of the symptoms mentioned on this list at the same time. Make an appointment with your doctor if these conditions persist \u2013 if it is norovirus, then your doctor will likely treat the condition symptomatically since there is no vaccination or cure; it is not norovirus then your doctor should be able to recommend the best course of treatment for treating what\u2019s wrong with your health.<\/p>\n Muscle pain when you are sick is usually because of the tension associated with a fever, and with the minerals that you lose when you dehydrate \u2013 usually through an upset stomach and vomiting associated with being sick. First, take supplements or magnesium spray; second, apply heat to the affected muscles to see if the condition changes.<\/p>\n If you experience any of the symptoms in this article for an extended period of time, then you should seek medical attention as soon as possible.<\/p>\n The normal human body temperature should be estimated at around 36 to 37 degrees Celsius. If your temperature measures higher than this, it can be said that you are going through a fever<\/a>. This is a common symptom of illness or infections that affect the body \u2013 and your fever is the body\u2019s response to try and raise the body temperature to kill any infections or bacteria which might be trying to take hold in your body.<\/p>\n If you have a fever, then you should move to immediately get the condition under control whether or not it is caused by the norovirus: A fever is a very serious medical condition. The easiest and best thing that you can do about a fever at home is to take paracetamol and see if the fever goes down.<\/p>\n If not, you should seek medical attention. Never throw a person with a fever with cold water: This can only induce shock.<\/p>\n A running stomach<\/a> is a common symptom experienced if you have been infected with the norovirus. There are other conditions which might also cause a running stomach, including a simple upset stomach, food poisoning or sometimes even allergies. Combined with the other symptoms mentioned on this list, you could almost certainly have an infection of the norovirus \u2013 or you could have food poisoning. See a doctor if you are not sure.<\/p>\n It\u2019s a dangerous symptom mainly because it causes quick dehydration, especially if you are also vomiting at the same time. Get it under control as soon as possible. There are some natural remedies you can try at home, though you should seek medical attention if the symptoms persist.<\/p>\n Some of the natural remedies for curing a running stomach includes ginger (available in either root, extract or powdered form) and simple boiled or mashed potatoes with salt. If the symptom persists, make an appointment with your doctor so that they can prescribe something to stop the symptom sooner.<\/p>\n General discomfort<\/a> is a common symptom associated with the norovirus, but it\u2019s a symptom that people generally miss because it\u2019s a symptom that can be caused by almost any other infection under the sun \u2013 and people tend to discount symptoms like these as simply feeling \u201ca little bit sick today.\u201d<\/p>\n You should take note of any general discomfort that persists \u2013 especially if you have been doing everything that you can to stay healthy. Make an appointment with your doctor if you experience any sort of general medical discomfort that lasts more than a day, even if you aren\u2019t showing any of the other symptoms mentioned on this list.<\/p>\n Your doctor should be able to make treatment recommendations and find the cause behind the discomfort you have been feeling. If the first doctor cannot find the cause and you are sure there is something wrong with your health, don\u2019t be afraid to seek a second medical opinion.<\/p>\n Malaise<\/a> describes a state of being where you feel an impending sense of doom \u2013 you know something is wrong, but you don\u2019t know what it is, and you don\u2019t know what to do about it. People with norovirus experience severe inflammation and pain in the digestive system, and they may not realize they have an infection. <\/span><\/p>\n They recognize the symptoms are more aggressive than you average tummy bug, but the fear of not knowing what\u2019s going on with them starts to create feelings of uncertainty that develop into malaise. <\/span><\/p>\n People suffering from the disorder require clarity on their condition to stop the sense of dread. After receiving a diagnosis, and understanding of what\u2019s going on with your digestive system, these feelings of malaise will dissipate quickly. There is no drug or treatment for the condition, the only thing that can turn it around is gaining knowledge of your situation, and knowing that your doctor can treat the norovirus.<\/span><\/p>\n If you notice that you have a stomach cramp or discomfort, you may think that you have a common stomach bug, and there\u2019s no real cause for concern. However, stomach bugs typically reach a peak of symptoms within 24-hours, and the signs of pain and discomfort begin to decline.<\/span><\/p>\n With Norovirus<\/a>, your symptoms continue to progress. If you still feel terrible after 24-hours, its best to make an appointment with your doctor for a diagnosis. Your physician takes a stool sample and tests it for the presence of Norovirus.<\/span><\/p>\n Should your doctor find indications of the presence of Norovirus in your stool, they will recommend a treatment protocol that involves replacing fluids and boosting your immune system. There\u2019s no set guidelines or medication for treating the virus \u2013 you\u2019ll have to let it pass on its own. <\/span><\/p>\n Anti-nausea medication and an electrolyte enriched rehydration drink are about the best you can hope for when it comes to treatment of Norovirus.<\/span><\/p>\n Norovirus is a highly contagious pathogen<\/a> that can enter the body in a variety of ways. People who contract this disease usually incur it through eating contaminated foods, or drinks. Since Norovirus is highly contagious, its possible to pick the virus up from drinking out of other people\u2019s cups who are infected with the virus or sharing their food.<\/span><\/p>\n Norovirus also spreads through contact with a contaminated individual or surface and then putting your fingers in your mouth. Contact with the body fluids of infected individuals will also cause transmission of the disease. It\u2019s challenging to eradicate Norovirus, as it’s resistant to changes in temperature, as well as most medications used to treat viral infections.<\/span><\/p>\n Norovirus sheds from the body in urine and feces, and it\u2019s possible to contract the virus through contact with either. People with Norovirus need to avoid contact with others to ensure they don\u2019t spread the disease, and they should pay attention to their actions throughout the day, such as opening the fridge, touching remote controls, or handling food.<\/span><\/p>\n There is a set of risk factors that make anyone prone to contracting Norovirus, including;<\/span><\/p>\n Eating food contaminated by someone with the virus<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n We all like to eat out, but if there\u2019s someone in the kitchen preparing food, and they have Norovirus, there\u2019s a good chance they\u2019ll spread the virus into your meal as they cook it. If you notice any staff exhibiting signs of the disease, refused your lunch and get a refund.<\/span><\/p>\n Children and pre-schoolers<\/span><\/p>\n Nursery\u2019s and kindergartens are hotbeds of viral infections. Kids pick up so many diseases at schools, such as scabies, lice, pinkeye \u2013 and norovirus. If your child is showing signs of Norovirus, alert the teachers at the school and have them quarantine any kids exhibiting symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n You are living near infected individuals.<\/span><\/p>\n Staying communes or living with a partner exposes you to catching Norovirus. You may pick up the disease from coming in contact with surfaces they touch, or through sexual contact. Staying in a nursing home, or being in a hotel room with an infected individual will also put you at risk of contracting Norovirus.<\/span><\/p>\n Norovirus typically clears up within a few days. However, the disease can progress to an advanced stage if the infected person has a weakened immune system. Children and seniors are most at risk because youngsters have yet to develop their full immune capacity, and seniors are experiencing a decline in the efficiency of their immune response.<\/span><\/p>\n People with weak immune function can experience symptoms of severe dehydration and malnutrition because they can\u2019t keep anything down. In some cases, infected individuals with immune disorders, like HIV, may run the risk of dying from the condition.<\/span><\/p>\n It\u2019s best to watch out for the classic signs of dehydration complications with Norovirus, including;<\/span><\/p>\n Dry throat and mouth.<\/span><\/p>\n Fatigue and listlessness.<\/span><\/p>\n Dizziness<\/a> and confusion.<\/span><\/p>\n A decrease in urine output.<\/span><\/p>\n If you notice any of these symptoms of dehydration, its best to seek immediate medical treatment. Call your local emergency room and arrange a quarantine reception at the hospital for your arrival.<\/span><\/p>\n It\u2019s possible to contract Norovirus, regardless of your age or health status. If you\u2019ve already had Norovirus in the past, that doesn\u2019t mean that you can\u2019t get it again. There are steps you can take to reduce the chances of contracting the disease. Follow these guidelines to prevent infection<\/a> with Norovirus.<\/span><\/p>\n Wash your hands after changing diapers or using a public bathroom \u2013 remember to wash the back of your hands properly. <\/span><\/p>\n Avoid consuming contaminated food prepared by sick individuals. Many people in the restaurant industry can\u2019t afford to take a day off, and if they\u2019re in the early stages of infection, the chances are that they\u2019ll still show up at work.<\/span><\/p>\n Wash all vegetables and fruit before eating \u2013 Norovirus can remain active on the surface of these foods.<\/span><\/p>\n Cook all seafood properly before eating \u2013 raw seafood is a magnet for bacteria and viruses.<\/span><\/p>\n Disinfect the toilet at home with bleach.<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re infected, avoid infecting others and stay home until your symptoms clear.<\/span><\/p>\n Since Norovirus is resistant to most anti-viral medications, you\u2019ll have to rely on home remedies to help your immune system clear the infection. Most viruses pass on their own as they run through their life cycle. Provided that you\u2019re not in the high-risk group of seniors and children, the chances are good that you\u2019ll make a full recovery. <\/span><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Feeling-Sick.jpg\")
<\/h3>\n2. Nausea<\/h3>\n
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<\/h3>\n3. Abdominal Cramps<\/h3>\n
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<\/h3>\n4. Muscle Pain<\/h3>\n
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<\/h3>\n5. Fever<\/h3>\n
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<\/h3>\n6. Running Stomach<\/h3>\n
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<\/h3>\n7. General Discomfort<\/h3>\n
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8. Malaise<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Stomach-Pain-Stitch.jpg\")
9.\u00a0 Norovirus Diagnosis and Treatment<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Bad-Tasting-Discharge.jpg\")
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10. Norovirus Causes<\/h3>\n<\/span><\/h3>\n
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11. Norovirus Risk Factors<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/sore-throat.jpg\")
12. Norovirus Complications<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Wash-Food.jpg\")
13. Norovirus Prevention<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/healthy-diet.jpg\")
<\/h3>\n14. Norovirus Home Remedies<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n