Apr 30, 2025 · The most common way to develop viral gastroenteritis — often called stomach flu — is through contact with an infected person or by consuming contaminated food or water.

Apr 30, 2025 · This condition, often called stomach flu, is usually harmless, except for infants and people with immunosuppression. Symptoms can usually be managed.

Dec 31, 2024 · Noroviruses are usually more widespread in the fall and winter, but you can get sick from the virus any time of the year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says norovirus …

Mar 7, 2024 · You can pass stomach flu, also known as gastroenteritis, to others from a few days up to two weeks or more. The time depends on which virus is causing your illness.

Jul 23, 2024 · Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the stomach and intestines that can cause watery diarrhea, nausea and vomiting. Gastroenteritis is often called the "stomach flu."

Jan 28, 2019 · If you’re tired and have an unsettled tummy, you may have a stomach virus. In the Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Cindy Kermott explains the difference between flu and a stomach virus, and offers …

Feb 10, 2023 · If you went out for the evening and woke up with a sudden bad stomach, chances are you might be experiencing viral gastroenteritis. That's the broad term for an infection in the intestines. …

Apr 30, 2025 · This highly contagious virus spreads through contaminated food, water or surfaces and causes vomiting and diarrhea. Learn ways to protect yourself.

Dec 30, 2016 · What some people commonly refer to as stomach flu is also known as viral gastroenteritis. It's an intestinal infection marked by watery diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea or …

Sep 25, 2019 · Before we get to the remedy, here’s the reality: There’s no such thing as "stomach flu." "'Stomach flu’ is a misnomer," says Dr. Cindy Kermott, a Mayo Clinic preventive medicine physician.