Coxsackie virus
Coxsackie virus
Coxsackie virus (/kɒkˈsæki/), is a type of enterovirus that belongs to the Picornaviridae family. The virus was first isolated in 1948 in Coxsackie, New York, hence its name.
Etymology
The term "Coxsackie" is derived from the town of Coxsackie, New York, where the virus was first discovered. The virus is named after the town as per the convention of naming viruses after the locations they were first identified.
Classification
Coxsackie viruses are divided into two types: Coxsackie A viruses and Coxsackie B viruses. Each type is further divided into several serotypes based on their antigenic properties.
Symptoms and Diseases
Coxsackie viruses can cause a variety of illnesses, including hand, foot, and mouth disease, herpangina, pleurodynia, myocarditis, and meningitis. The symptoms vary depending on the type of disease caused by the virus.
Transmission
Coxsackie viruses are typically transmitted through fecal-oral route, respiratory droplets, and contact with contaminated surfaces. They can also be spread through the ingestion of contaminated water or food.
Prevention and Treatment
Prevention of Coxsackie virus infection primarily involves good hygiene practices. There is currently no specific antiviral treatment for Coxsackie virus infections. Treatment is usually supportive, aimed at relieving symptoms.
Related Terms
- Enterovirus
- Picornaviridae
- Hand, foot, and mouth disease
- Herpangina
- Pleurodynia
- Myocarditis
- Meningitis
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Coxsackie virus
- Wikipedia's article - Coxsackie virus
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