What Is Adenovirus?
7. Meningitis
Meningitis is also sometimes caused by adenoviruses, although this is very rare. This disease means that the membrane that surrounds the brain and spinal cord has become infected. The membrane, known as the meninges, can then become inflamed in what can be life-threatening in the more severe cases.
Adenoviruses are also sometimes the culprit behind encephalitis, which is when the brain itself becomes infected. This can cause symptoms like a fever, headaches, changes in cognitive ability, and even a change in the patient’s personality. It is also very rare that adenoviruses are responsible for encephalitis, but the condition can be fatal.
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