Respiratory Infections: Causes and Symptoms Unveiled

Influenza : Caused by the Influenza virus, this highly contagious respiratory illness leads to symptoms like fever, cough, and sore throat.

Common Cold : Rhinoviruses are the most frequent culprits behind the common cold, causing nasal congestion and sneezing.

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) : A common virus in children, RSV can lead to bronchiolitis and pneumonia.

Adenoviral Infections : Stemming from the Adenovirus, these infections range from cold-like symptoms to more severe conditions like pneumonia.

Pneumonia : Mycoplasma pneumoniae is known for causing atypical, often milder, pneumonia, sometimes referred to as "walking pneumonia."

Understanding these causative agents helps in recognizing and managing these common respiratory ailments.

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