Coxsackie A Virus Flashcards

1
Q

What are the common etiological viruses of HFMD?

A

CA6
CA16
CA24
EV71

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What kind of virus is Coxsackie A virus?

A

Enterovirus

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What are the diseases caused by Coxsackie A?

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Acute hemorrhagic conjunctivitis
Herpangina
Hand-Foot-and-Mouth disease

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3
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What are the complications of HFMD?

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Neurogenic pulmonary oedema
Encephalitis
Aseptic meningitis

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4
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What is the number 1 cause of aseptic meningitis?

A

Enteroviruses

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How is HFMD transmitted?

A

Faecal-oral
Saliva, respiratory droplets
Indirect through articles

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How do you diagnose HFMD?

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RT-PCR

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