Clinical Diagnosis · Respiratory System · Easy
Bronchiolitis
Meaning: Inflammation of the smallest airways in the lungs, most often a viral illness in babies under one year.
In practice: The infant was admitted with bronchiolitis, needing feeding support and oxygen for several days.
Word parts
- -itis means inflammation
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