The time between catching the infection and the start of symptoms (the incubation period) depends on the type of infection you have. It can range from 1hr-a few weeks but it's most often 1-3days. You may have symptoms incl diarrhea, which may contain blood and mucus or be watery, greasy or frothy; feeling sick or being sick; abdominal (tummy) cramps, bloating or pain; or a fever. The time it takes to recover depends on what infection you have. Most people recover within approximately ten days. In adults and older children, the symptoms of gastroenteritis may be confused with other conditions, e. g irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis.
Attribution: BUPA
See also:
- Gastroenteritis
- Complications of gastroenteritis
- Causes of gastroenteritis
- Transmission of gastroenteritis