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Explain why children with CGD would be more prone to infectionsfrom fungi and bacteria than from viruses.

Health Safety And Nutrition F/Young Child

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ISBN:9781305144767

Author:MAROTZ

Publisher:MAROTZ

Chapter5: The Infectious Process And Environmental Control

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Respiratory Infections

Respiratory infections are infectious diseases of the respiratory tract that are mostly caused by bacteria and viruses. They cause infections of the throat, sinuses, airway path, and lungs. Respiratory infections are typically divided into two types: upper tract respiratory infection and lower tract respiratory infection.

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Explain why children with CGD would be more prone to infections
from fungi and bacteria than from viruses.

Definition Definition Diverse group of organisms that primarily obtain nutrients through absorption. They range from single-celled yeasts to complex multi-cellular structures such as mushrooms. Fungi play important roles in ecosystems as decomposers, plant symbionts, and even pathogens. They also have practical uses in medicine, food production, and industry.

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