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Template:pathology A highly infectious disease of the upper respiratory tract characterised by a sore throat, fever, and difficulty breathing. Its effects are due to a potent toxin secreted by a bacterium.

infectious disease of the upper respiratory tract

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-# {{pathology}} A highly [[infectious]] disease of the upper [[respiratory tract]] characterised by a sore throat, fever and causing difficulty in breathing. It is caused by a [[bacterium]] which produces a [[toxin]] that leads to inflammation of the [[heart]] and [[nervous system]].
+# {{pathology}} A highly [[infectious]] disease of the upper [[respiratory tract]] characterised by a sore throat, fever, and difficulty breathing. Its effects are due to a potent [[toxin]] secreted by a [[bacterium]].
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