Bocavirus Symptome

Bocavirus: A Common Respiratory Infection in Children

Understanding Bocavirus

Bocavirus is a newly identified pathogen that can cause upper and lower respiratory infections, usually in children. It belongs to the genus Bocaparvovirus of the virus family Parvoviridae.

Symptoms and Signs

Symptoms of bocavirus infection include cough, respiratory infections, gastroenteritis, and the common cold. The symptomatic disease primarily affects young children between the ages of 6 and 24 months.

Pathogenic Role

By comparing signs and symptoms between HBoV-1 single infections and HBoV-1 co-infections, researchers have gained a clearer understanding of its pathogenic role. The virus can cause both upper and lower respiratory tract infections.

Prevalence

Bocavirus can also infect adults, but they seem to experience less severe symptoms. It is a common respiratory infection, particularly among young children.