What is norovirus infection?
Norovirus infection can cause sudden onset of severe vomiting, stomach cramps, and diarrhea. It is a highly contagious virus and is spread through contaminated food or water. Symptoms typically begin within 24 to 48 hours after exposure and may last from 1 to 3 days.
How do members experience norovirus infection?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with norovirus infection*
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Stress
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Fatigue
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Anxious mood
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Depressed mood
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Pain
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for norovirus infection*
Who has norovirus infection on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 0 | |
| 30s | 2 | |
| 40s | 2 | |
| 50s | 3 | |
| 60s | 3 | |
| 70+ | 4 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 5 | |
| Female | 9 |