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Noun respiratory tract infection has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebRespiratory Tract InfectionDescription:A respiratory tract infection refers to an infection that affects one or more parts of the respiratory system, including the nose, throat, sinuses, bronchi, and lungs. This term encompasses various common illnesses, such as the common cold, flu, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Senses:Sense 1: General TermA general term used to describe any infection that affects the respiratory system, including the nose, throat, sinuses, bronchi, and lungs. Example sentence: The respiratory tract infection caused her to have a persistent cough and difficulty breathing. Sense 2: Common ColdRefers specifically to a viral infection affecting the upper respiratory tract, characterized by symptoms such as a runny nose, sneezing, sore throat, and congestion. Example sentence: I caught a respiratory tract infection and had to stay home from work due to my severe cold symptoms. Sense 3: Influenza (Flu)A contagious respiratory tract infection caused by the influenza virus. It typically presents with symptoms such as fever, chills, body aches, fatigue, cough, and nasal congestion. Example sentence: The respiratory tract infection she had turned out to be the flu, so she had to rest and take medications. Sense 4: BronchitisA respiratory tract infection characterized by inflammation of the bronchial tubes, resulting in coughing, mucus production, chest discomfort, and potentially shortness of breath. Example sentence: He visited the doctor after experiencing a persistent cough and was diagnosed with a respiratory tract infection called bronchitis. Sense 5: PneumoniaA severe respiratory tract infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs. Symptoms include cough, fever, shortness of breath, chest pain, and fatigue. Example sentence: My grandmother was hospitalized due to a respiratory tract infection diagnosed as pneumonia. Related Products: | ||||
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