📋Overview
Enterovirus D68 (EV-D68) is a member of the enterovirus family that primarily causes respiratory illness. It is a distinct viral strain known for outbreaks of respiratory infections, especially in children. EV-D68 is not a legacy term but a specific virus identified in modern virology. It can range from mild cold-like symptoms to severe respiratory distress and has been associated with rare cases of acute flaccid myelitis (AFM), a neurological condition.
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