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Upper Respiratory Infections in Children

Complications

Upper Respiratory Infections in Children Complications

Complications of upper respiratory infections in children include:

Dehydration
Otitis media
Pneumonia
Sinusitis
Viral encephalitis

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Last Updated: Mar 9, 2007 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Upper Respiratory Infections in Children References:

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