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tracheitis

/ˌtrækiˈaɪtɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does tracheitis mean?

noun

Inflammation of the trachea, the tube that carries air to the lungs. It can be caused by infection, irritation, or other factors.

Example

"The doctor diagnosed the patient with tracheitis and prescribed antibiotics to treat the infection."

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