What is gastroenteritis?

Answer by  CR125 (396)

Gastroenteritis is also known as gastric flu, but not it does not have to do with influenza. It is an inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract which can lead to diarrhea. It is most commonly an effect from an infection or bacteria from contaminated food or water.

Answer by  atphilli (23)

Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the stomach and small intestine resulting most commonly in diarrhea, most commonly caused by a virus or change in diet.

Answer by  dheeraj49 (74)

Gastroenteritis is the irritation and inflammation of the digestive tract. this condition can afflict both sexes at any age. however, the symptoms are more severe with infants and those over 60 years old.

Answer by  KingKoz (40)

Gastroenteritis is an irritation and inflammation of the lining of the intestines. It can be caused by a virus, bacteria or parasites. Typical ways to get Gastroenteritis is by eating or drinking contaminated food or water, and/or contact with an infected person. Washing your hands on a regular basis can help avoid Gastroneteritis

Answer by  nds (12)

Gastroenteritis is irritation of the stomach lining caused by improper diet, stress and genetic conditions. This condition is caused when the protective mucus of the stomach lining is thinned out

Answer by  harriett (428)

Gastroenteritis is common condition involving irritation of the stomach and/ or intestines. Caused by a virus, it usually produces such symptoms as diarrhea and vomiting

Answer by  LexiP (722)

It's a stomach flu that can be caused by different kinds of viruses and is transmissible through food or water that has been contaminated. Occasionally it can be caused by medication or what the infected person is eating.