Respiratory Tract Infection

Difference:
The difference in the upper respiratory and lower respiratory tract is their location . The organs of the upper respiratory tract are located outside the chest cavity, whereas the lower respiratory tract are located inside the chest cavity.
Upper respiratory tract infection, are conditions that affects the nose, sinus, pharynx or larynx. Conditions commonly are
• tonsillitis,
• pharyngitis,
• laryngitis,sinusitis,
• otitis media,
• common cold.
These conditions are basically treated with antibiotics and decongestants with the use of Vitamin C

Lower respiratory tract infection, are more serious and fatal in nature and may need extensive treatment. Conditions commonly are
• Lung Cancer
• Emphysema
• Pneumonia
• Bronchitis