Gastrointestinal Infections

• Appendicitis In Kids and Teens

  If your child has appendicitis, it may be a medical emergency. It’s important to
  know what to look for to get the right care early. Learn more here.

• Ascariasis

  Ascariasis is an intestinal infection that occurs when the eggs of a parasitic roundworm are ingested. Read about signs and symptoms, treatment, and tips for prevention.

• Campylobacter Infections

  These bacterial infections can cause diarrhea, cramping, belly pain, and fever. Good hand-washing and food safety habits can help prevent them.

• Cholera

  While cholera isn’t common in the U.S., it can be a health threat elsewhere. Learn about cholera and how to prevent it.

• Dengue Fever

  Dengue fever can cause high fevers, headaches, rashes, and pain throughout the body. Find out what to do about dengue fever – and how to avoid it.

• Diarrhea

  Most kids battle diarrhea from time to time, so it’s important to know what to do to relieve and even prevent it.

• Fighting Germs

  Bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa can cause disease. Here’s how to help protect your family from germs.

• Food Poisoning

  Sometimes, germs can get into food and cause food poisoning. Find out what to do if your child gets food poisoning – and how to prevent it.

• Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu) in Kids and Teens

  Gastroenteritis (stomach flu) is a common infection that causes nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and belly cramps.

• Germs: Bacteria, Viruses, Fungi, and Protozoa

  Germs are the microscopic bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa that can cause disease.