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Rhinovirus
- epidemiology
- classification and characteristics
- transmission and infection
- pathogenicity and virulence
- clinical manifestations
- diagnosis
- treatment
Epidemiology
- many antigenic subtypes (over 80) means many reinfections
- children average 3-8 colds per year
Classification and Characteristics
- picornavirus
- positive strand RNA
- grows best at 33C, so affect upper airways primarily
Transmission and Infection
Pathogenicity and Virulence
Clinical Manifesations
- primarily infects upper airway, causing common cold and viral sinusitis
- runny nose, sore throat, fever
Diagnosis
Treatment