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Gastroenteritis (stomach flu)
Gastroenteritis (stomach flu) is an inflammation of the stomach and intestines from infection or irritation. Symptoms of gastroenteritis include vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach cramps, fever and fatigue. Gastroenteritis can be caused by virus or bacteria (e.g. food poisoning) and typically lasts for three to four days. Gastroenteritis from viral infection is highly contagious. |