RNA viruses - Naked, +ssRNA viruses - Caliciviridae and Astroviridae Flashcards by A E | Brainscape

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Characteristics of Caliciviruses and Astroviruses

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Can causes outbraeks in day care centers, schools, restaraunts and hospitals. Fecal-oral route.

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Talk about Caliciviruses

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Causes diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting

Symptoms appear in 24hrs after infection and last 12-60 hrs
Noroviruses (several strains) cause most cases of viral gasteroenteritis: about 10 million cases per year in US

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Astroviruses

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Causes diarrhea but NO vomiting

- infections are more frequent in children than adults, and are frequent

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Treatment for both Caliciviruses and Astroviruses

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No specific treatment except replacement of fluid and electrolytes

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Prevention for both Caliciviruses and Astroviruses

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1- Adequate sewage and water treatment
2- Frequent handwashing
3- Disinfection of contaminated surfaces

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