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Adenovirus
- epidemiology
- classification and characteristics
- transmission and infection
- pathogenicity and virulence
- clinical manifestations
- diagnosis
- treatment
Epidemiology
- produces 5-10% of pediatric RTIs
Classification and Characteristics
- double stranded, naked DNA virus
Transmission and Infection
- direct contact
- respiratory droplets
Pathogenicity and Virulence
Clinical Manifesations
- febrile pharyngitis
- lower RTIs
- pharyngoconjunctival fever
- conjunctivitis
- diarrhea
Diagnosis
Treatment