Rhinovirus

Most common cause of the 'common cold'. Picornavirus that prefers cool nasal temperatures.

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With over 160 different serotypes, rhinoviruses are the ultimate shape-shifters of the viral world, making vaccine development nearly impossible. They prefer the cooler temperatures of the nasal cavity (33°C vs 37°C body temperature) and are responsible for 50% of all common colds. Paradoxically, they rarely cause fever despite being called 'cold' viruses.

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