What does rotavirus diarrhea stool look like in a baby?
⚡ Short answer: Rotavirus diarrhea typically has very watery, foul-smelling stool that may be pale yellowish or grayish in color.
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bir anne · Diapers & Digestion
People say people around have rotavirus. What does rotavirus diarrhea stool look like, how do I tell?
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Rotavirus diarrhea typically has very watery, foul-smelling stool that may be pale yellowish or grayish in color. Sometimes it's described as "rice water" appearance—meaning very watery, almost clear liquid with particles in it. Vomiting usually comes with it, and diarrhea typically starts with mild fever.
But you can't diagnose rotavirus just by looking at stool, because regular viral gastroenteritis looks similar. The distinguishing feature is how severe the diarrhea is and how quickly it causes fluid loss. If your baby has these signs, call your pediatrician right away: vomiting with watery diarrhea at every diaper change, dry mouth, no wet diaper for 6-8 hours, sunken eyes, or sunken soft spot. Rotavirus is self-limited (the body fights it off), but in small babies, fluid loss is the biggest risk.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
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