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Definition of Catarrh

1. Noun. Inflammation of the nose and throat with increased production of mucus.

Definition of Catarrh

1. 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.

Definition of Catarrh

1. Noun. (pathology) inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nose and throat. ¹

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Definition of Catarrh

1. inflammation of a mucous membrane [n -S]

Medical Definition of Catarrh

1. Inflammation of a mucous membrane, with a free discharge (Hippocrates), especially such inflammation of the air passages of the head and throat. Origin: L. Catarrhus, Gr. Katarrhein = to flow down (16 Mar 1998)

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