Yashasvi Jaiswal hospitalised with acute gastroenteritis: What is it and what are the symptoms

Cricket fans are worried when news broke that India’s young batting sensation, Yashasvi Jaiswal, had been hospitalised due to acute gastroenteritis. But what exactly is gastroenteritis, and what should we know about it? As per reports, the young India opener was admitted to hospital just hours after the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Super League, in which he was playing against Rajasthan.

The match is being held in Pune.The 23 year old experienced stomach cramps and his health worsened after the match.Reports say he was taken to Aditya Birla Hospital in Pimpri-Chinchwad where doctors said he had acute gastroenteritis.

What is gastroenteritis and what are symptoms?

Acute gastroenteritis is basically an inflammation of the stomach and intestines. Most people know it as the dreaded “stomach bug” — the kind that has you rushing to the bathroom far more often than you’d like.For most healthy adults, gastroenteritis isn’t dangerous, just deeply uncomfortable.The real challenge is staying hydrated. When your body is losing fluids through vomiting or diarrhea, dehydration can set in quickly. That’s why someone like Yashasvi Jaiswal, whose body is constantly under physical strain from intense training and matches, may need hospital care sooner than others.The most common symptom is sudden diarrhea, often watery or loose; nausea and vomiting, stomach cramps, bloating, and a mild fever.Feeling extremely tired or weak is common too, because your body is busy fighting the infection.

Some people may also experience loss of appetite or headaches, adding to the overall discomfort. Symptoms tend to appear anywhere from a few hours to a couple of days after coming into contact with the virus or bacteria causing it.In most cases, things start to improve within a few days with enough rest, plenty of fluids, and light, stomach-friendly food. But if there’s severe dehydration, a high fever, nonstop vomiting, or symptoms that just won’t ease, it’s important to see a doctor.

For professional athletes, even mild dehydration can affect recovery and performance, which is likely why Yashasvi was hospitalised, careful monitoring and proper hydration are essential.When it comes to prevention, the basics really matter. Good hygiene and food safety go a long way. Washing your hands often, drinking clean water, and staying away from contaminated or undercooked food can greatly lower the risk. For athletes and active people, staying hydrated and eating balanced meals also helps the body handle a stomach bug better if one hits.