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Upper respiratory infection
An upper respiratory infection refers to an infection that involves the lining of the breathing passages above the lungs. It usually refers to infections that involve multiple areas simultaneously such as the nose, sinus, ears, throat, voice box, or windpipe.
How long it usually lasts:
Short-term (lasts days to weeks)
How common is it?
Very common
Very common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
| Baby0-2 | Very common | ||||
| Preteen6-13 | Very common | ||||
| Teenager14-18 | Very common | ||||
| Young adult19-40 | Very common | ||||
| Middle-aged adult41-60 | Very common |
How it can usually be treated?
Can be managed without a doctor visit
How is it usually diagnosed?
Self-diagnosable
Body locations
Chest, Neck (front), Head
Adenovirus infection
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