Microbiology: An Introduction
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Author: Gerard J. Tortora, Berdell R. Funke, Christine L. Case
Publisher: Benjamin Cummings
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Chapter 24, Problem 3R
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Write the causative agent, symptoms and treatment of viral diseases of the upper and lower respiratory system.
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Although there is a constant inhibition of pathogens by cilia and mucous membrane, many viruses can enter into our respiratory system. In general, the upper respiratory system is highly affected. However, the lower respiratory system is often affected by the viruses.
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Microbiology: An Introduction
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