Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show cases of norovirus, the highly contagious stomach bug, are surging in the U.S.

However, significant changes in the frequency or the appearance can indicate a problem, particularly when these changes occur with other issues, such as diarrhea, constipation, or abdominal pain.

You may experience swelling shortly after consuming lactose. It may come with other symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting. Your abdomen can swell if there's an overgrowth of ...

Norovirus is surging across the US. Florida was ranked as the state with the second most outbreaks between Sept. 1, 2023 and Oct. 31, 2024.

People may also experience pain in their chest or back. If upper left abdominal pain is regular or severe, contact a healthcare professional to determine the cause. They can recommend treatment ...

And CDC data collected prior to January from states including Ohio shows that norovirus has already caused nearly 500 ...

Drinking alcohol can irritate the intestinal tract and speed up digestion, increasing your risk of diarrhea. Here’s why and ...

People usually develop symptoms 12 to 48 hours after exposure. The most common symptoms include diarrhea, vomiting, nausea and stomach pain. Some people also suffer from fever, headache and body ...

To avoid catching the virus, colloquially known as "stomach flu," wash your hands with soap and water, and avoid touching ...