Thonburi Trang

 Rotavirus spreads through hands, toys, and food/water contamination. It’s a leading cause of severe watery diarrhea in children under five. The danger isn’t the mess—it’s dehydration.

Common symptoms

• Fever, vomiting, profuse watery diarrhea

• Dark/less urine, dry mouth, fewer tears, sunken eyes

• Poor feeding, fatigue, irritability

Red-flag signs (come in now)

• Non-stop vomiting/diarrhea; unable to keep fluids down

• No urine for 6–8 hours, very dark urine, marked lethargy

• High fever >39°C, blood in stool, severe abdominal pain

• Age <6 months or underlying conditions

Home care that actually helps

• Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS): frequent small sips every 5–10 minutes

• Keep breastfeeding; offer bland, easy foods for older kids; skip sugary drinks

• Use fever reducers by weight as advised by a clinician

• Avoid anti-diarrheal drugs/antibiotics unless prescribed

Prevention

• Handwashing before meals/after toilet

• Clean toys and shared surfaces

• Don’t share cups/utensils/towels

• Rotavirus vaccine (oral): start from 6 weeks of age; first dose before 15 weeks; finish the series by 8 months (dose count depends on brand). Talk to your pediatrician.

When to visit Thonburi Trang Hospital

• Any dehydration signs or persistent vomiting

• Severe/long-lasting diarrhea or high fever

• You simply want a professional check—trust your gut
  We provide: pediatric assessment, hydration support, targeted tests, and a clear home-care plan.

FAQs

How long is a child contagious? Usually 3–8 days from symptom onset; infants may shed longer.
What can they eat? Continue breast milk; for older kids, soft foods (rice porridge, banana, plain yogurt). Avoid fatty or very sweet foods.
Do antibiotics cure rotavirus? No—rotavirus is viral; antibiotics are used only if a bacterial infection is diagnosed.
Are probiotics useful? Sometimes; discuss with your pediatrician.

Appointments

Thonburi Trang Hospital (THG) — Pediatrics
Tel 075-215-215 • Line/FB @THONBURITRANG • 24/7 Emergency, daily pediatric clinic
Primary CTAs: “Book Pediatric Appointment” | “Chat with Nurse