what causes roto virus in children and whats the cure?

Answer 1

Rotavirus infection is highly contagious. The primary mode of transmission of rotavirus is the passage of the virus in stool to the mouth of another child. This is known as a fecal-oral route of transmission. Children can transmit the virus when they forget to wash their hands after using the toilet or before eating. Touching a surface that has been contaminated with rotavirus and then touching the mouth area can result in infection.

There also have been cases of low levels of rotavirus in respiratory tract secretions and other body fluids. Because the virus is stable (remains infective) in the environment, transmission can occur through ingestion of contaminated water or food and contact with contaminated surfaces. Rotavirus can survive for days on hard and dry surfaces, and it can live for hours on human hands.
Because the virus is so prevalent, it is very difficult or even impossible to prevent rotavirus infection. Even places with excellent standards of hygiene and sanitation can become contaminated.

Currently there is no vaccine available to prevent rotavirus disease. In August 1998, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a live virus vaccine for use in children at ages 2, 4, and 6 months. However, this recommendation was withdrawn in October 1999 because the vaccine appeared to increase the risk of intussusception (the prolapse or telescoping of a portion of the intestine into the immediately adjacent portion of the intestine). This condition can result in an intestinal obstruction in the first 2 weeks after vaccination. The Wyeth Lederle Vaccines unit of American Home Products Corp. simultaneously withdrew its RotaShield rotavirus vaccine from the market.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

It is just a virus, like any other, but little ones are affected by it much more severely. There is no cure for viruses. They just have to run their course. But you do need to make sure that your child does not become dehydrated. If the diarrhea and vomiting are completely drying them out, they need to go to the hospital to get IV flulids. Then you use the BRAT diet. That means, NOthing but Bananas, rice, applesauce and toast. Those are the things easiest on the stomache. Also, giving them pedialyte will help keep their electrolytes balanced. Watch them very carefully, Dehydrataion in little ones can be very dangerous. Good luck.

Answer 4

It is a stomach virus. It is passed through vomit and diarrhea. There is no medication to cure it. You have to let it run its course. Make sure to have your children drink lots of fluids. Make sure they do not get dehydrated. If they do it will most likely result in a hospitol stay. It can be passed anywhere. Grocery store, preschool etc.... ALWAYS WASH YOUR HANDS!

Answer 5

Rotavirus is a virus that causes diarrhea in children. See the source for complete information.