J Microbiol Immunol Infect June 2020 PMID 32276848

Prolonged viral shedding in feces of pediatric patients with coronavirus disease 2019.

Yu-Han Xing, Wei Ni, Qin Wu, Wen-Jie Li, Guo-Ju Li, Wen-Di Wang, Jian-Ning Tong, Xiu-Feng Song, Gary Wing-Kin Wong, Quan-Sheng Xing

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Discussions focus on the implications of persistent viral shedding in children, with many emphasizing potential transmission in communal facilities like school toilets, supported by phrases such as 'potential spreaders' and concerns over hygiene, which reflect a serious tone and relevance to ongoing public health debates.

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Most discussions acknowledge the findings about prolonged viral shedding and its potential implications for transmission, especially in school settings.

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The topic of children shedding the virus in feces sparks high interest, particularly among educators and public health advocates, evidenced by hashtags like #teachers and #COVID19.

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Posts vary from brief mentions to deeper concerns about public health strategies and facility hygiene, indicating moderate engagement levels.

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Awareness about possible transmission routes in communal spaces could influence policies, so the perceived impact is moderate, emphasizing caution in reopening schools.

Abstract in brief

  • The study followed three pediatric COVID-19 cases in China, tracking the presence of SARS-CoV-2 in their respiratory and fecal specimens from January to March 2020.
  • It was found that while the virus cleared from the respiratory system within about two weeks of fever ending, it remained detectable in stool samples for more than four weeks, indicating prolonged fecal shedding.
  • This persistent presence of the virus in children's gastrointestinal tracts suggests they could potentially transmit the virus through contaminated surfaces, highlighting the need for strict hygiene and prevention measures when schools reopen.

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@ConversationEDU @westsydunews persistent viral shedding of COVID-19 in kids poo is a thing... https://t.co/49FyMk5koW

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“Prolonged viral shedding in feces of pediatric patients with coronavirus disease 2019“ Possible public transmission, like school toilets! So why not the VX? https://t.co/QmyJipMmFT

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Covid, Genocide, Climate Change #FederalICAC.
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Prolonged viral shedding in feces of pediatric patients with coronavirus disease 2019 https://t.co/AUCD3X2rYm #auspol #COVID19

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Aveho Learning
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Prolonged viral shedding in feces of pediatric patients with coronavirus disease 2019 https://t.co/Y30nCIf0PK #teachers

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Lime Rick #HongKongIndependence Freedom West
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RT @dimbiddy: Opening schools? Study shows kids are viral shedders/ potential spreaders & logically, wld apply esp in facilities with group…

May 2, 2020 · 1 share · 924 followers View post →
Dimbiddy
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Opening schools? Study shows kids are viral shedders/ potential spreaders & logically, wld apply esp in facilities with group toilets like schools, some without soap. Prolonged viral shedding in feces of pediatric patients with coronavirus disease 2019 https://t.co/C2py4fwFZM

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@ConversationEDU @westsydunews persistent viral shedding of COVID-19 in kids poo is a thing... https://t.co/49FyMk5koW

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