To help prevent its spread:. Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. This content does not have an English version. This content does not have an Arabic version. Overview Norovirus infection can cause the sudden onset of severe vomiting and diarrhea. Request an Appointment at Mayo Clinic. Share on: Facebook Twitter. Show references Matson DO, et al. Clinical manifestations and diagnosis of norovirus and related viruses.
Accessed Nov. You can get norovirus from: Having direct contact with an infected person Consuming contaminated food or water Touching contaminated surfaces and then putting your unwashed hands in your mouth. Norovirus Symptoms.
The most common symptoms are: Diarrhea Vomiting Nausea Stomach pain. Prevent Norovirus. Protect yourself and others from norovirus: Wash your hands often Rinse fruits and vegetables Cook shellfish thoroughly Stay home when sick and for two days after symptoms stop Avoid preparing food for others when sick and for two days after symptoms stop. Trends and Outbreaks. Some coronaviruses cause the common cold, while others cause more severe respiratory illnesses.
Learn more about coronaviruses here. While most cases of diarrhea last for a few days, some cases can result in diarrhea lasting for a week or longer. Learn more about it here. What to know about norovirus. Medically reviewed by Jill Seladi-Schulman, Ph. What is norovirus Symptoms Treatment Risk factors Causes Outbreak Prevention Complications Norovirus, also known as the winter vomiting bug, is a common cause of sickness, diarrhea, and gastroenteritis.
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Related Coverage. All about food poisoning. Medically reviewed by University of Illinois. Norovirus vomiting bug. Check if you have norovirus The main symptoms of norovirus are: feeling sick nausea diarrhoea being sick vomiting You may also have: a high temperature a headache aching arms and legs The symptoms start suddenly within 1 to 2 days of being infected.
How to treat norovirus yourself You can usually treat yourself or your child at home. You will usually start to feel better in 2 to 3 days. Find out how to treat diarrhoea and vomiting in children and adults School, nursery or work Stay off school or work until you have not been sick or had diarrhoea for at least 2 days.
Do not visit hospitals or care homes during this time.
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