Video - Rotavirus

Rotavirus is a double-stranded RNA virus from the reovirus family. It's a contagious virus transmitted via the fecal-oral route, and is known to cause severe viral gastroenteritis especially in children. It mainly affects the small intestine and causes symptoms like acute onset vomiting, watery diarrhea, abdominal pain, and fever, and severe cases can be fatal. A vaccine is available to prevent rotavirus infection. Good hygiene practices, such as washing hands with soap and water can also help prevent its spread.