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Viruses

Time you are contagious before symtoms start

Time you are contagious after symtoms start

Time it takes before you are not contagious

N o r o v i r u s (Stomach flu, more common in adults)

10 to 50 24 to 60 Hours Hours

One to three weeks

R ota v i r u s (Stomach flu, more common in children)

24 to 72 Hours

Two to four days

One to three weeks

I n flu enza (Flu)

One to four days

Three to 14 days

One to two weeks

R h i n ov i r u s (Common cold)

One to four days

Three to 14 days

One to two weeks

Bacterial Infection

Group A Streptococcus (Strep throat)

One to five days

One to five days

Two days after taking antibiotics

Bacterial and Viral Infection

A c ut e b r o n c h it i s (Upper respiratory infection that can be caused by a virus or bacteria)

? After one week of cold-like symptoms, you'll have a cough that won't quit.

? Your physician will assess your symptoms and environmental factors to determine if your infection is viral or bacterial.

? Depending on your treatment, you may be contagious for several weeks.

Consult your physician if your symptoms persist.

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