RV (rotavirus)
RV is an abbreviation for rotavirus, a leading cause of severe winter diarrhea in young children. There are currently two rotavirus vaccines available in the U.S.
Rotavirus was discovered in 1973 and took its name from its wheel- like appearance (rota means wheel in Latin).
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Recreational water illness.
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Medical abbreviation for treatment.
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A medical prescription. The symbol “Rx” is usually said to stand for the Latin word “recipe” meaning “to take.” It is customarily part of the superscription (heading) of a prescription.
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