Definition:
Winter vomiting disease is a contagious illness caused by the Norwalk virus. It is common in Englands, Sweden and Norway.
Diagnosis:
Winter vomiting disease can be diagnosed by detecting the presence of the virus in feces and blood serum.
Treatment:
The disease can be treated with antibiotics. Proper health and sanitation procedures should be practiced to prevent the onset of the disease.
Symptoms and Signs:
The symptoms of the disease are vomiting and nausea, chills, fever, headache, extreme abdominal pain and diarrhea. When not treated, the disease can be fatal.
Causes:
The Norwalk virus can be contracted in closed communities, such as bathrooms of hospitals. A person can get the virus by handling contaminated equipment such faucets and flush valves in toilets.
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