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Baby with adenovirus encephalitis based on culture, the available antiviral is only acyclovir, how we can manage it?

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Unfortunately, acyclovir is not effective against adenovirus

Hossam Elgnainy Selected answer as best

Since no effective antiviral therapy is available to you:

Aggressive supportive care becomes the main way of treatment.

Control fever

Manage seizures

Ensure proper hydration and electrolytes

Respiratory and hemodynamic support if needed