Catarrh
[kə'tɑː] or [kə'tɑr]
Definition
(noun.) inflammation of the nose and throat with increased production of mucus.
Typist: Nadine--From WordNet
Definition
(n.) An inflammatory affection of any mucous membrane, in which there are congestion, swelling, and an altertion in the quantity and quality of mucus secreted; as, catarrh of the stomach; catarrh of the bladder.
Typist: Remington
Synonyms and Synonymous
n. Cold in the head.
Typist: Randall
Definition
n. a discharge of fluid from the inflammation of a mucous membrane esp. of the nose caused by cold in the head: the cold itself.—adjs. Catarrh′al Catarrh′ous.
Typist: Theodore
Examples
- Is especially useful in catarrh with ulceration, usually due to syphilis. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- It attacks the mucous membrane of the nose and lungs, and produces the effect of a severe cold or catarrh, and when inhaled, causes death. Bertha M. Clark. General Science.
- The cause is usually attributed to drinking, but gluttony, tight lacing, nasal catarrh, chronic enlargement of the tonsils, exposure to strong sunlight, etc. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- As an ointment it is especially applicable to the treatment of catarrh, malignant sores, abrasions, and other affections where a local remedy can be applied. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- For simple catarrh use the following: ? Chloride of ammonium Borax āā gr. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- Catarrh is a very prevalent disease in America, and consequently numerous catarrh remedies have been devised, most of which contain in a disguised form the pernicious drug, cocaine. Bertha M. Clark. General Science.
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