Acute Gastroenteritis Specialists in Bagdola, Delhi
Acute gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the stomach and intestines that causes sudden-onset diarrhoea, vomiting, and abdominal cramping, usually triggered b…
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Causes of Acute Gastroenteritis
Caused by infection with viruses such as rotavirus and norovirus, bacteria such as E. coli, Salmonella, and Shigella, or parasites, typically transmitted through contaminated food, water, or contact with an infected person. Poor sanitation, unsafe drinking water, and inadequate food hygiene are major contributing factors in many regions of India. Close contact settings such as schools, hostels, and crowded households facilitate rapid spread of infectious causes.