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For how long an adenovirus(specifically) sore throat will make saliva contagious? can i infect my eyes with my saliva, after a week for example?

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Dr. Yelena Kipervas answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Explanation : Adenoviral infection usually involved upper respiratory area including eyes, nose and throat. It takes around 7-10 days to clear it out. If eyes have a pus it means you have bacterial infection and need to see a doctor.

Answered 1/30/2017

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Dr. Yelena Kipervas answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Explanation : Adenoviral infection usually involved upper respiratory area including eyes, nose and throat. It takes around 7-10 days to clear it out. If eyes have a pus it means you have bacterial infection and need to see a doctor.

Answered 10/24/2017

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Dr. Vythilingam Alagappan answered

Specializes in Bariatrics

Adenovirus infection: Adenovirus infection per se can cause both sore throats and eye congestion

Answered 5/14/2017

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