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How a infection affecting the respiratory system would directly threaten a person's health?
If you have an infection in the respiratory system then this can cause your airways to become restricted so that you cannot breath.
What is a cold?
it is an infection of the upper respiratory system.
What symptoms would you have if you had a respiratory system infection?
It would depend on where in the respiratory system the infection was, but coughing, especially a productive cough, is a major hallmark of lower respiratory infections. Chest pain is possible, but not guaranteed; same with fever. For an upper respiratory infection, I would expect a runny nose or nasal/sinus congestion.
Does the antibiotic affect the respiratory system?
It may if there is an infection in it or if you are allergic to it.
What secondary bacterial infections can a person get with a common cold?
Colds make the upper respiratory system less resistant to bacterial infection. Secondary bacterial infection may lead to middle ear infection, bronchitis, pneumonia, sinus infection, or strep throat.
What infection of the respiratory system is caused by an acid-fast bacillus?
Tuberculosis(TB)
Acute lower respiratory tract infection?
Acute= severe. Lower Respiratory Tract= Respiratory system below the larynx. This refers to a pneumonia or a bronchitis.
What are the key factors that will make it more likely that infection will occur?
A person with a lowered immune system or taking long-term antibiotics is more likely to get an infection. All people who encounter large amounts of dirt are likely to get infected.
Is mononucleosis an infection of the respiratory system?
Mononucleosis, commonly known as "mono," is primarily caused by the Epstein-Barr virus and is not classified as an infection of the respiratory system. Instead, it primarily affects the lymphatic system, leading to symptoms such as fatigue, fever, sore throat, and swollen lymph nodes. While respiratory symptoms may occur due to throat inflammation, the main focus of the infection is on the immune system and lymphatic tissues.
What antigen will fight a bacterial infection of the respiratory system in a 6 year old?
antibodies
Why are parts of your respiratory system covered in mucus?
To fight off infection or prevent sickness.
Which upper respiratory bacterial infection is characterized by a paroxysmal?
A paroxysm is a sudden recurrence or intensification of signs and symptoms of a disease. In the case of the respiratory system the bacterial infection is known as pertussis, or whooping cough.
