Also known as infectious diarrhea, is inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract—the stomach and small intestine due to some virus , bacteria or parasite. This causes trouble in eating and absorption of nutrients and water which may result in dehydration as well.
Symptoms
Symptoms may include
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Fever
• Lack of energy
• Dehydration may also occur, such as dry skin and a dry mouth, feeling lightheaded, and being really thirsty.
This typically lasts less than two weeks.
