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Stomach flu
Stomach flu, also called gastroenteritis, is a condition of inflammation of the stomach and intestines leading to nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea that is caused by a bacterial or viral infection typically from contaminated food.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
41 years experience
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Baby 0-2 | Very common | ||||
Toddler 3-5 | Very common | ||||
Preteen 6-13 | Very common | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Very common |
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