Chapter 19: Diseases of the Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Throat

Disease: Multiplies on conjunctiva ( marked inflammation ( red, swollen eyes, purulent exudate, photophobia. Immunity: none. Common Colds - Flu-like Illnesses. Many viruses are causative agents: 1) Rhino viruses - most common, approx. 100 types, limited to nasal passage. 2) Reoviruses - part of normal flora in some individuals. ................
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