Respiratory Tract Infections: Types and Treatment

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What is a respiratory tract infection?

A respiratory tract infection affects the respiratory system, the part of your body responsible for breathing. These infections can affect your sinuses, throat, lungs or airways. There are two types of respiratory infections: Upper respiratory infections. Lower respiratory infections.

What are the different types of respiratory tract infections?

There are several different types. They're usually grouped into upper and lower RTIs. Flu can be an upper or lower RTI. Lower RTIs tend to last longer and can be more serious. Find out more about the different types of lower and upper respiratory tract infections (RTIs) (airway infections), how the infections spread and when you should see a GP.

What is an upper respiratory tract infection?

Upper respiratory tract infections can be defined as self-limited irritation and swelling of the upper airways with associated cough and no signs of pneumonia, in a patient with no other condition that would account for their symptoms, or with no history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis.

What are the symptoms of a respiratory infection?

Upper respiratory infection symptoms include a runny nose, sore throat and cough. Treatment for upper respiratory infections often includes rest, fluids and over-the-counter pain relievers. Infections usually go away on their own. What is a respiratory infection?

What Is Respiratory Tract Infections

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