tracheitis

tracheitis
Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the trachea. SYN: trachitis. [trachea + G. -itis, inflammation]

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tra·che·itis .trā-kē-'īt-əs n inflammation of the trachea

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n.
inflammation of the trachea, usually secondary to bacterial or viral infection in the nose or throat. Tracheitis causes soreness in the chest and a painful cough and is often associated with bronchitis. In babies it can cause asphyxia, particularly in diphtheria. Treatment includes appropriate antibacterial drugs, humidification of the inhaled air or oxygen, and mild sedation to relieve exhaustion due to persistent coughing.

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tra·che·itis (tra″ke-iґtis) inflammation of the trachea.

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