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Norovirus primarily resides in the intestines of infected humans and is shed in their stool. It can survive on surfaces, such as countertops, utensils, and food, for extended periods, making it highly contagious. The virus can also be found in contaminated food and water. Proper hygiene and sanitation are crucial to prevent its spread.
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What are symptoms of norovirus?
The symptoms of norovirus are mild fever, diarrhea, vomit, and headache. hope this helps 8-)
How long can the norovirus live in the open air?
Depending if there is sun light. Also the humidity and temprature. 24-72 hrs maybe more.
What are the symptoms of a norovirus infection?
Typical symptoms of norovirus infection are: nausea, vomiting, watery diarrhea without blood, abdominal cramping.
What are some symptoms of norovirus infection?
The incubation period for the norovirus is 24 to 48 hours with symptoms lasting one to three days. Symptoms of the norovirus include nausea & vomiting, abdominal pain or cramps, diarrhea, weight loss and low grade fever.
Does carpet vacuuming or steam cleaning carpets get rid of the norovirus?
Steam will kill any number of things in your carpets and furniture, including the norovirus. If you have a concern with the norovirus, use heat or chlorine- based disinfectants. Alcohol and detergents won't work!
Can the norovirus cause encephalitis?
Norovirus primarily affects the gastrointestinal system, leading to symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea. While it is not typically associated with encephalitis, there have been rare case reports linking viral infections, including norovirus, to neurological complications. However, these instances are uncommon, and more research is needed to fully understand any potential relationships. Overall, norovirus is not recognized as a common cause of encephalitis.
Can you carry norovirus without symptoms?
Noro virus
Can you die from norovirus?
Yes, but it usually only kills very young people, elderly people, and immunocompromised people. About 200 people per year (mostly elderly) die from norovirus in the United States. When you consider that about 23 million people are infected with norovirus in the U.S. each year, 200 deaths is not a whole lot. As long as people get adequate medical care (replacing fluids and maintaining electrolyte balances), the chances of dying from norovirus are extremely low.
Where did Norovirus originate from?
Norovirus was first "discovered/described" by a scientist named Zahowsky in 1929 and called the 'winter vomiting disease '. In 1968 an outbreak at a school in Norwalk Ohio prompted attention by health officials who investigated and termed the illness as "Norwalk" virus. Later, the name was changed to Norovirus. It is unknown 'where' it originates, but it's been around a VERY long time.
How are noroviruses diagnosed?
Norovirus from fecal samples can be visualized using electron microscopy. With immune electron microscopy (IEM), antibodies against norovirus are collected from blood serum and used to trap and visualize the virus from fecal samples.
What is the prognosis for a patient with norovirus infection?
Norovirus infection is followed by complete recovery and there are no known long-term health effects. Infected persons do not become long-term carriers of the virus. Dehydration is the most serious possible consequence.
What is cruise ship virus?
Norovirus has overtaken rotavirus in causing most gastric illness
