What is another word for lower respiratory infection?
Pronunciation: [lˈə͡ʊə ɹɪspˈɪɹətəɹˌɪ ɪnfˈɛkʃən] (IPA) 
Lower respiratory infections are a medical condition that refers to the inflammation or infection of the lungs and airways. This condition can be caused by various disorders, including pneumonia, bronchitis, and asthma. There are other words used interchangeably with the term 'lower respiratory infection.' These synonyms include lung infection, infection of the lower respiratory tract, respiratory distress, respiratory tract infection, etc. The choice depends on the specific diagnosis, the location of the infection, and other factors such as causative agent, duration, and severity. It is essential to differentiate the symptoms of lower respiratory infections from other conditions that can cause similar symptoms, such as the common cold, allergies, and sinusitis.
