Last Updated on January 17, 2025 by Analgesia team
IRTI Medical Abbreviation
IRTI is a medical abbreviation for infrared thermal imaging, which can be used to help diagnose acute respiratory tract infections (RTIs). IRTI can provide an objective and quantifiable reference for visual diagnosis.
Respiratory tract infections can be caused by viruses or bacteria and are contagious. They can spread through respiratory droplets from coughing or sneezing, or by touching your mouth or nose after touching an infected surface or person.
Treatment for RTIs depends on the cause:
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Viral infectionsUsually clear up on their own after a few weeks, and antibiotics won’t help.
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Bacterial infections
A doctor may prescribe antibiotics, which you should complete even if you start to feel better.
Some examples of upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) include the common cold, laryngitis, and pharyngitis. Some examples of lower respiratory tract infections (LRTIs) include acute bronchitis, pneumonia, and tracheitis