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Bronchiolitis is a common lower respiratory tract infection that affects babies and young children under a year old.
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Bronchiolitis.
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Pneumonia is inflammation (swelling) of the tissue in one or both of your lungs.
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Leukaemia is cancer of the white blood cells.
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia.
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Croup is a childhood condition that affects the windpipe (trachea), the airways to the lungs (the bronchi) and the voice box (larynx).
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Diphtheria is a contagious bacterial infection that mainly affects the nose and throat.
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Pericarditis is inflammation (swelling) of the pericardium, which is the fluid-filled sac surrounding your heart.
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Important: If you have these symptoms, they may be unrelated to any of these conditions listed. If you are concerned about your symptoms then you should see a doctor.