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Acute Upper Respiratory Infections

Respiratory Infection

Overview

AURI includes common cold, sinusitis, pharyngitis, and laryngitis, mostly viral.

Symptoms

  • Runny nose
  • Sore throat
  • Cough
  • Fever

Diagnosis

  • Clinical diagnosis
  • Rapid strep test
  • Viral PCR (if needed)

Treatments

  • Symptomatic
  • Saline rinse
  • Antivirals (influenza)

Risk Factors

⚠️Crowded places
⚠️Children
⚠️Weak immunity
⚠️Cold weather

Key Facts

  • ℹ️Most common illness
  • ℹ️Self-limiting 7-10 days

ICD-10: J06 | Prevalence: çok yaygın

Last updated: 11/9/2025

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