Adenovirus infection

Description of adenovirus infection

Adenovirus infection is a type of infection, aroused particular adenovirus. The infection usually affects:

• Airways;
• Eyes;
• Intestines;
• Urinary tract.

Infection highly contagious. If you suspect the presence of adenovirus infection, seek medical advice.

Causes of adenovirus infection

Adenoviruses most commonly occur due to cold. They also cause a number of other types of infections.

Risk factors for adenovirus infection

Factors, which increases the risk of adenovirus infection:

• Childhood;
• Exposure to sneeze or cough of an infected person;
• Exposure to fecal contamination (eg, zarazhennaya water, poor hygiene);
• Consumption of food contaminated houseflies;
• Transmission from person to person, especially we are in close contact with other (eg, in military units);
• Swimming in lakes or pools.

The symptoms of adenovirus infection

Depending on, where infection occurs, symptoms of adenovirus infection may include:

• Fever;
• Flu-like symptoms;
• Sore throat;
• Cold;
• Cough;
• Hyperadenosis;
• Inflammation of the middle ear;
• Problems with the lower airways;
• Diarrhea;
• Vomiting;
• Headache;
• Abdominal cramps;
• Frequent urination;
• Burning, pain, and / or blood in the urine;
• Conjunctivitis;
• Red eyes;
• Keratokonъyunktyvyt (inflammation of the cornea).

Diagnosis of adenovirus infection

The doctor makes the diagnosis based on a physical examination. If necessary, you may need the results of these analyzes:

• Blood;
• Urine;
• Slime;
• Cala.

Treatment of adenoviral infection

Treatment depends on the type of infection. Treatment includes:

Suppressing symptoms of adenovirus infection

The infection usually goes away on their own. The following steps can speed up this process:

• Bed rest;
• Drinking large amounts of fluid;
• Using inhalers;
• Paracetamol or other non-prescription medicines.

If you have conjunctivitis, We need to put warm compresses on the eyes. It is also possible to use eye drops or ointments.

If there is severe diarrhea or vomiting, which lead to dehydration, fluids should be administered intravenously.

Medication

A weakened immune system can lead to more serious infections. In this case, the doctor, should appoint certain medications. If the immune system is weakened (eg, by HIV / AIDS or a recent organ transplantation) you should consult with your doctor.

Prevention of adenovirus infection

Way to prevent adenovirus infection are as follows:

• Avoid contact with infected persons;
• It is necessary to adhere to hygiene, including frequent hand washing and cleaning surfaces (tops, toys);
• Swimming pool with chlorinated water (It will help prevent outbreaks of adenovirus infection, associated with the presence of virus in water).