A respiratory tract infection (RTI) is any of a number of infectious diseases involving the respiratory tract. An infection of this type is normally further classified as an upper respiratory tract infection (URI or URTI) or a lower respiratory tract infection (LRI or LRTI). Lower respiratory infections, such as pneumonia, tend to be far more serious conditions than upper respiratory infections, such as the common cold.

Symptoms of respiratory diseases are cough, shortness of breath, chest pain and hemoptysis (blood in the sputum) are the predominant symptoms. The cough may present for a long time along with expectoration and sometimes hemoptysis. The presence of blood in the sputum is an ominous finding and the patient should be investigated properly. Asthma patients usually present with cough with expectoration along with easy fatigability may have a seasonal variation. COPD patients are present with cough with expectoration and easy fatigability which are gradually progressive unless properly treated. Tuberculosis is a very common disease and patients usually present with cough, expectoration, hemoptysis, weight loss and myriad other symptoms.

Most respiratory infections are caused by viruses. Secondary infection (“superinfection”) by bacteria is rather rare. Respiratory infections are transmitted via

• smear infections or
• droplet infections (more frequently)

The diagnosis of a respiratory infection is often made by the persons affected themselves. But if the symptoms come on suddenly, and if the general wellbeing is seriously affected, it is advisable to consult a doctor.

In case of especially severe symptoms, plant preparations are usually prescribed, which are meant to loosen the secretion and which may help you to sleep better.

• Thyme
• Ribwort
• Primrose root
• Ivy
• Chamomile…

Are common substances in tees, juices and drops.
Sometimes it makes sense to treat the chest and back with essential oils.

Preventive measures: The most important cause of respiratory diseases around the world is cigarette smoking. So cessation of smoking is extremely important. Air pollution is also a significant problem in today’s world, so the use of a face mask is also strongly recommended. In some patients, an asthma attack may be triggered by eating some specific foods or on exposure to cold. For this reason avoidance of these situations is suggested for those patients.

Potential topics include:

Upper respiratory tract infections

Lower respiratory tract infections

Pathophysiology

Signs and symptoms

Epidemiology

Diagnosis

Treatment

Preventive measures

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