Master Adenovirus with Picmonic for Medicine

Adenovirus is a non enveloped double stranded linear DNA virus that can cause a variety of diseases. Adenovirus infections most commonly infect the respiratory system but can also affect the GI tract, cause conjunctivitis as well as cystitis. Pharyngoconjunctival fever is a specific presentation of adenovirus that includes a high fever, pharyngitis, and conjunctivitis. It is often found in summer camps and can be spread via public swimming pools and daycare centers. A typical question one might find on exams: Two days after summer swim camp, a seven year old boy presents to his school nurse complaining of iritated watery eyes. On exam, the nurse discovers bilateral conjunctival injection. She notes that several other children have presented with similar symptoms since the swim camp opened up. Which of the following features is true of the virus most likely affecting the children at school? Answer: Non-enveloped linear double stranded DNA virus.