10 Causes and Symptoms of Norovirus

4. Infected Feces

When a person becomes infected with norovirus, it becomes increasingly easier to infect others around you. One of the factors that make norovirus so difficult to treat is its resistance to the elements; in fact, norovirus particles can survive for weeks in human feces, increasing the likelihood of more infections. To minimize your risk of becoming infected, make sure to wash your hands regularly, and always wash your hands after going to the bathroom. If you become infected, you'll notice symptoms first appear in the digestive tract, such as vomiting and diarrhea. Symptoms can last for a few days, but they usually go away on their own.