rotavirus
rotavirus (roh-tă-vy-rus) n. any member of a genus of viruses that occur in birds and mammals and cause diarrhoea (often severe) in children. The viruses are excreted in the faeces of infected individuals and are usually transmitted in food prepared with unwashed hands.
More From encyclopedia.com
Salmonella Food Poisoning , Definition
Salmonella food poisoning is a bacterial infection that causes inflammation (swelling) of the lining of the stomach and intestines (gastro… Parrot Fever , Parrot Fever
Definition
Parrot fever is a rare infectious disease that causes pneumonia in humans. It is transmitted from pet birds or poultry. The i… Chlamydial Pneumonia , Chlamydial Pneumonia
Definition
Chlamydial pneumonia refers to one of several types of pneumonia that can be caused by various types of the bacteria… Psittacosis , Psittacosis is a bacterial zoonotic (from animals) infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia psittaci. This bacterium is present in birds and passe… Campylobacteriosis , Campylobacteriosis
Definition
Campylobacteriosis refers to infection by the group of bacteria known as Campylobacter. The term comes from the Greek w… Rotavirus Infections , Definition
Rotavirus is the major cause of diarrhea and vomiting in young children worldwide. The infection is highly contagious and may lead to seve…
You Might Also Like
NEARBY TERMS
rotavirus