What Is Adenovirus?
10. Treatment
Antibiotics are not effective against adenoviruses. Regardless, adenoviruses are usually only mild anyway and can be left to the immune system to deal with. The patient is generally advised to get plenty of rest and to take on plenty of fluids. A full recovery will usually be made in just a few days or so, although some infections can take longer.
In cases of more serious complications, anti-viral medications may be used. It may even be deemed necessary to hospitalize the patient in some instances. If the patient is experiencing severe difficulties, they may need mechanical assistance to help them take on the oxygen they need, and remove carbon dioxide from the body.
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