Adenovirus symptoms can range from infections of the respiratory tract to infections in the gastrointestinal tract. This article will give you more information on symptoms of adenovirus in adults and children. Read on.
Adenovirus is a virus that affects the tissue linings of different parts of the body. There are more than 40 different types of adenovirus known today which can cause several health conditions in human beings. More commonly it affects the lining of the respiratory tract which leads to symptoms like cold, sore throat, etc. Adenovirus is also responsible for causing infections in the gastrointestinal tract, in the eyes, bladder, etc. Here we will see more on the different adenovirus symptoms in children and adults caused due to infections in different parts.
Symptoms of Adenovirus
It should be noted that adenovirus is contagious, i.e., can be easily spread from one person to the other through the medium of bodily fluids like sneezes and cough. Before knowing about the adenovirus symptoms in adults and children, you should know that the following are the conditions that are caused due to this virus:
Keratoconjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
Bronchiolitis
Viral Pneumonia
Croup
Gastroenteritis
Urinary tract infections
Dry cough
Swelling of tonsils
Respiratory Tract Symptoms
Swelling of tonsils, sore throat, viral Pneumonia, Bronchiolitis, etc. are the conditions caused due to infection of the adenovirus in the respiratory tract. People often mistake respiratory infections caused by adenovirus as influenza (flu) due to the similarity in the symptoms. Read this Buzzle article on respiratory infection symptoms. The following are the adenovirus symptoms observed in case of respiratory infection.
Frequent colds
Pharyngitis (sore throat)
Dray hacking cough
Congested and runny nose
Swollen lymph nodes
Inflammation of pharynx
Fever
Gastrointestinal Tract Symptoms
Gastroenteritis (stomach flu) is a condition caused due to this virus in human beings. The adenovirus affects the small and the large intestines which leads to adenovirus symptoms in toddlers, children and also adults. However, it should be noted that gastroenteritis is commonly found in children and young adults. You can also go through symptoms of stomach flu. The following are the prominent symptoms that are observed:
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Electrolyte imbalance
Abdominal pain and cramps
Loss of appetite
Fever
Fainting
Weakness
Eye Infection Symptoms
As seen above, several types of eye infections are found in people due to the adenovirus. The following are the adenovirus symptoms seen in case of eye infections. Also see more on eye infection symptoms.
Red eyes
Watering of eyes
Irritation in eyes
Fever
Swelling in lymph nodes
Discomfort
Runny nose
Adenovirus is also one of the factors causing Urinary Tract Infections (UTI). Urinary tract infection symptoms include frequent urination, excessive urination, pain and burning sensation during urination, blood in urine, etc. On the other hand, sometimes adenovirus can also lead to middle ear infection which can result in fainting and dizziness. Secondly, sepsis, meningitis, hemorrhagic cystitis, etc. are also adenovirus symptoms that are observed in rare cases.
If any of the above mentioned symptoms are observed which do not subside in a couple of days, it is advisable to consult the doctor. The symptoms of eye infection, gastrointestinal tract infection and urinary tract infections are more pronounced and can be easily identified. Whereas, as mentioned above, respiratory tract infections are often mistaken and ignored. Adenovirus symptoms in toddlers and children also include difficulty in breathing, skin rashes, swelling, etc. The symptoms are more severe and pronounced in case of children as children have a weak immune system as compared to adults.
These were some of the adenovirus symptoms observed in different health condition; in adults and children. Treatment methods are available for treating all the aforementioned conditions and hence, it is essential to consult the doctor and get the condition treated immediately. Take care!
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