B97.1: Enterovirus as the cause of diseases classified to other chapters

Enteroviruses are a group of viruses that can cause a variety of illnesses spanning several different body systems. These viruses are commonly transmitted through direct contact with an infected person's bodily fluids or feces, or by touching surfaces or objects that have the virus on them and then touching your face. Symptom presentation can vary depending on the specific illness caused by the enterovirus. Some individuals, particularly children, might experience mild, flu-like symptoms such as a fever, runny nose, sneezing, and muscle aches. In other cases, more severe conditions like inflammation of the brain or heart, paralysis, or viral conjunctivitis can occur. Regardless of the specific disease, enteroviruses are known to induce these conditions through their infectious nature.