10 Adenovirus Symptoms
Symptom #9: Lymphadenopathy
Lymphadenopathy refers to lymph nodes that are abnormal in consistency, size, number, or texture. It is a nonspecific sign which can be seen in various conditions such as common cold, influenza, autoimmune diseases, cancers, and more.
Most cases of lymphadenopathy are idiopathic (unknown cause) and self-limiting. In an infection, the lymph nodes have a function as part of the immune system and “trap” cells that pass through containing pathogens, leading to enlargement of the organ. In adenovirus, lymphadenopathy is mostly observed in children who experience respiratory and ocular infections.
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