What seasons are pediatric diarrhea commonly prevalent in?
Disease description:
I heard that there is a type of rotavirus causing diarrhea in children that is particularly severe. I would like to know in which seasons childhood diarrhea viruses generally occur most frequently?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
Pediatric diarrhea commonly occurs in summer, autumn, and spring.
1. Summer diarrhea: Due to hot weather and easily spoiled food, diarrhea in children during this season is often bacterial-induced inflammatory diarrhea, which may cause symptoms such as diarrhea, fever, nausea, and is often accompanied by dehydration and electrolyte disturbances.
2. Autumn diarrhea: Mainly caused by rotavirus infection, children typically experience symptoms including vomiting, diarrhea, and fever, and may also have reduced appetite and listlessness.
3. Spring diarrhea: Usually caused by norovirus infection, the symptoms are similar to those of autumn diarrhea, but may also include headache and cough.
Parents should pay special attention to children's food hygiene and保暖measures during these seasons to prevent the occurrence of pediatric diarrhea.
