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What to know about Adenovirus

MM News Staff by MM News Staff
February 22, 2024
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Adenoviruses, a diverse group of viruses, can provoke mild to severe infections across various bodily systems, primarily affecting the respiratory tract, often presenting symptoms akin to those of the common cold or flu. Typically, these infections are mild and necessitate only symptomatic relief.

What are adenoviruses?

Adenovirus, a prevalent pathogen, manifests in around 50 distinct types, causing illnesses resembling colds or flu. These infections occur year-round but peak in the winter and early spring, with severity varying, though serious cases are infrequent.

While adenoviruses can affect people of all ages, they are most prevalent among children under five, often spreading in daycare settings due to close contact and hand-to-mouth behaviors.

Adults, particularly those in crowded environments like dormitories or military quarters, are also at risk. Individuals with compromised immune systems, such as transplant recipients or those with certain medical conditions, face a higher likelihood of severe infection.

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Symptoms and Causes

What are the symptoms of an adenovirus infection?

Symptoms depend on the affected body part; respiratory infections typically entail cough, fever, runny nose, and sore throat, while gastrointestinal infections may lead to diarrhea or gastroenteritis. Adenoviruses can also target the bladder or nervous system, causing urinary tract infections or more severe conditions like encephalitis or meningitis.

Most symptoms resolve within two weeks, although severe cases may persist longer, with lingering symptoms like a cough.

Causes and contagion

Approximately 50 adenovirus types infect humans, spreading easily, especially among children and immunocompromised individuals.

Adenoviruses spread through close contact, respiratory droplets, contaminated surfaces, feces, and possibly water, remaining infectious for extended periods. Shedding can continue even after symptom resolution.

Diagnosis and Treatment

Healthcare providers may conduct tests, such as mucus sampling, to confirm adenovirus infections, particularly during outbreaks.

No specific treatments exist; symptom relief with over-the-counter medications, rest, and hydration suffices for most cases. Antivirals are ineffective for healthy individuals, while severe cases may necessitate hospitalization and, rarely, antiviral medications like cidofovir or ribavirin.

Preventive measures include frequent handwashing, avoiding contact with sick individuals, disinfecting surfaces, and practicing respiratory etiquette. Those infected should stay home, practice proper coughing/sneezing etiquette, avoid sharing items, and maintain distance from others.

Is there an adenovirus vaccine?

While a military-specific adenovirus vaccine exists, no publicly available vaccine is approved for civilian use, with concerns regarding its safety and effectiveness in broader populations, particularly those with compromised immune systems, yet to be addressed.

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