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What is rotavirus?
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Quick Answer
Rotavirus is a virus that causes severe diarrhea and vomiting, especially in infants and young children. It was once a leading cause of dehydration deaths in children worldwide.
The Full Story
Rotavirus infects the intestine and can cause rapid fluid loss through vomiting and diarrhea. Before vaccines, it was a major cause of hospitalization and death in young children, especially in low-resource settings. Oral rotavirus vaccines, introduced in the mid-2000s, have sharply reduced severe disease where they are widely used. Good hydration is important in treatment, but prevention through vaccination has had the biggest impact.
Key Facts
1.Rotavirus mainly affects infants and young children
2.It can cause severe dehydration
3.Oral vaccines were introduced in the 2000s
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