Clinical Definition A respiratory infection is considered an infectious disease, such as pneumonia, influenza and the common cold, which affects the respiratory tract. Respiratory infections may affect the upper respiratory tract, lower respiratory tract, or both. A respiratory infection may be caused by a viral or bacterial pathogen and may range from mild to severe.…
Respiratory Syncytial Virus
Clinical Definition Respiratory syncytial virus is an infection caused by the virus from the Pneumovirus genus. Although healthy adults can become infected, it usually results in a mild respiratory infection. In young children, it tends to cause inflammation of the bronchioles. In some cases, it may also lead to bronchopneumonia and respiratory failure. The infection…
Restless legs syndrome
Clinical Definition Restless legs syndrome is a neurological disorder characterized by intense urges to move the legs, typically in supine positions and accompanied by uncomfortable periodic prickling sensations. Exact cause is unknown, but several underlying conditions are thought to be associated with restless leg syndrome, including iron deficiency, kidney failure and peripheral nerve disease. In…