How is enterovirus D68 infection treated?

Univ. of Nev. School of Medicine, Family Medicine

Enterovirus D68 is a viral infection. There are no antibiotics or antiviral medications to treat this infection with. The usual measures are supportive: give bronchodilators if wheezing; give oxygen if low on oxygen and fluids if dehydrated. Mostly those infected just need time and rest to recover.

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