Picornavirus (Poliovirus & Coxsackie) Flashcards
1
Q
What are 2 virus of the picornavirus family?
A
- Polio virus
- Coxsackie virus
2
Q
Are picornavirus enveloped?
A
Non-enveloped, single-stranded RNA positive
3
Q
How may types of polio vaccines are there?
A
Intramascular Poliovirus Vaccine (IPV)
Oral Poliovirus Vaccine (OPV)
4
Q
What is the main difference between OPV and IPV?
A
OPV prevents intestinal reinfection
5
Q
Which virus is associated with HFMD?
A
Coxsackie A Virus
6
Q
Where does Coxsackie A and Coxsackie B virus usually infect?
A
A: Epithelial
B: Mascular
7
Q
What is most common strain causing HFMD?
A
EV71
8
Q
How to prevent HFMD in Singapore?
A
Target school setting
9
Q
Clinical presentation of HFMD?
A
Vesicular rash on hand, foot and mouth
Mouth ulcers
10
Q
What is Coxsackie B virus commonly associated with?
A
Burnholm’s disease
