The Most Common Cause of Infectious Diarrhea in Infants and Children

Question

The most common cause of infectious diarrhea in infants and children is
A)noroviruses.
B)adenoviruses.
C)rotaviruses.
D)caliciviruses.

Accepted Answer

Rotaviruses are the most common cause of infectious diarrhea in infants and children, accounting for approximately 40% of cases. Noroviruses, adenoviruses, and caliciviruses can also cause diarrhea, but are less common in children.