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Stomach flu in children: The scorching heat has made everyone worried. Due to the rising temperature, many diseases are increasing rapidly. Vomiting, diarrhea and stomach problems are increasing. Small children are facing the most problems in this season. Many children affected by stomach flu are reaching the hospital. Due to this, they are facing problems like stomach ache and vomiting-diarrhea.
A little carelessness can have a serious impact on the health of children. Doctors say that the problem of viral gastroenteritis starts due to extreme heat. This stomach disease is stomach flu, which occurs due to coming in contact with an infected person or due to contaminated food and water. There is no effective treatment for it but there is prevention.
The doctor says that due to high temperatures in summer, food gets spoiled quickly. Bacteria called norovirus and astrovirus come from food. When children eat this contaminated food, they get stomach infection, which is also called stomach flu. Cases of stomach flu are usually seen in summer or rainy season. This is because the heat, moisture and humus present in these seasons provide a favorable environment for the growth of disease causing bacteria. Fruits, vegetables and cooked food also get spoiled quickly in this season.
Causes of Stomach Flu
Actually, when children eat stale or contaminated food, bacteria enter their intestines. Due to which they start having problems like diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, fever and stomach cramps. This can lead to dehydration, which if not treated on time can lead to stomach flu. Doctors say that this is not a very serious disease, but it is important to get timely treatment.
Symptoms of Stomach Flu
stomach pain
Loss of appetite
sweating profusely
Vomiting and diarrhea problem
Fever
Muscle pain
Avoid the stomach flu
Always eat fresh food.
Drink plenty of water and do not let there be water shortage in the body.
See a doctor if you have abdominal pain.
Do not eat street food.