What Is Adenovirus?
3. The Common Cold
The common cold is one of the most common of all human diseases, and one that most people will contract at least once in their lives. It is a type of fairly mild respiratory infection, and there are numerous potential causes. Adenoviruses are one of the most common causes of the disease.
Symptoms of the cold typically include a cough, sore throat, swollen glands, and a runny nose. Adenoviruses are also sometimes responsible for croup, which is a respiratory infection characterized by a high-pitched sound when inhaling. Bronchitis, which is an infection of the lung’s main airways, can also be caused by adenoviruses.
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