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==Overview==
==Overview==
[[Bronchitis]] is [[inflammation]] of the main air passages to the [[lungs]]. [[Bronchitis]] may be short-lived ([[acute]]) or [[chronic]], meaning that it lasts a long time and often recurs.
[[Bronchitis]] is [[inflammation]] of the main air passages to the [[lungs]]. [[Bronchitis]] may be short-lived ([[acute]]) or [[chronic]], meaning that it lasts a long time and often recurs.


==What are the symptoms of Bronchitis?==
==What are the symptoms of Chronic bronchitis?==
The symptoms of either type of [[bronchitis]] may include:
The symptoms of either type of [[bronchitis]] may include:
*[[Chest discomfort]]
*[[Chest discomfort]]
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*[[Shortness of breath]] worsened by [[exertion]] or mild activity
*[[Shortness of breath]] worsened by [[exertion]] or mild activity
*[[Wheezing]]
*[[Wheezing]]
Even after [[acute bronchitis]] has cleared, you may have a dry, nagging [[cough]] that lingers for several weeks.
Even after [[acute bronchitis]] has cleared, you may have a dry, nagging [[cough]] that lingers for several weeks.
Additional symptoms of [[chronic bronchitis]] include:                                                                             
Additional symptoms of [[chronic bronchitis]] include:                                                                             
*Ankle, feet, and leg [[swelling]]                                                                                               
*Ankle, feet, and leg [[swelling]]                                                                                               
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*Frequent [[respiratory]] [[infections]] (such as [[colds]] or the [[flu]])
*Frequent [[respiratory]] [[infections]] (such as [[colds]] or the [[flu]])


==What causes Bronchitis?==
==What causes Chronic bronchitis?==
[[Chronic bronchitis]] is a long-term [[condition]]. People have a [[cough]] that produces excessive [[mucus]]. To be diagnosed with [[chronic bronchitis]], you must have a [[cough]] with [[mucus]] most days of the month for at least 3 months.
[[Chronic bronchitis]] is a long-term [[condition]]. People have a [[cough]] that produces excessive [[mucus]]. To be diagnosed with [[chronic bronchitis]], you must have a [[cough]] with [[mucus]] most days of the month for at least 3 months.
[[Chronic bronchitis]] is one type of [[chronic obstructive pulmonary disease]], or [[COPD]] for short. ([[Emphysema]] is another type of [[COPD]].)
[[Chronic bronchitis]] is one type of [[chronic obstructive pulmonary disease]], or [[COPD]] for short. ([[Emphysema]] is another type of [[COPD]].)
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*Smokers
*Smokers


==When to seek urgent medical care==
==When to seek urgent medical care?==
Call your doctor if:
Call your doctor if:
*You have a [[cough]] most days or you have a [[cough]] that returns frequently
*You have a [[cough]] most days or you have a [[cough]] that returns frequently
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For any [[bronchitis]], the most important step you can take is to QUIT smoking. If [[bronchitis]] is caught early enough, you can prevent the damage to your [[lungs]].
For any [[bronchitis]], the most important step you can take is to QUIT smoking. If [[bronchitis]] is caught early enough, you can prevent the damage to your [[lungs]].


==Where to find medical care for Bronchitis==
==Where to find medical care for Chronic bronchitis?==
[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q={{urlencode:{{#if:{{{1|}}}|{{{1}}}|Bronchitis}}}}&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=65.008093,112.148438&ie=UTF8&ll=37.0625,-95.677068&spn=91.690419,149.414063&z=2&source=embed Directions to Hospitals Treating Bronchitis]
[http://maps.google.com/maps?q={{urlencode:{{#if:{{{1|}}}|{{{1}}}|map+top+hospital+Chronic bronchitis}}}}&oe=utf-8&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&hl=en&tab=wl Directions to Hospitals Treating Chronic bronchitis]
 
==Prevention of Bronchitis==
*DO NOT smoke.
*Get a yearly [[flu vaccine]] and a [[pneumococcal vaccine]] as directed by your doctor.
*Reduce your exposure to air pollution.
*Wash your [[hands]] (and your children's hands) frequently to avoid spreading [[viruses]] and other [[infections]].


==What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)==
==What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?==
For [[acute bronchitis]], symptoms usually go away within 7 to 10 days if you do not have an underlying [[lung]] disorder. However, a dry, hacking [[cough]] can linger for a number of months.
For [[acute bronchitis]], symptoms usually go away within 7 to 10 days if you do not have an underlying [[lung]] disorder. However, a dry, hacking [[cough]] can linger for a number of months.


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*Right-sided [[Congestive heart failure (patient information)|heart failure]] or cor pulmonale
*Right-sided [[Congestive heart failure (patient information)|heart failure]] or cor pulmonale
*[[Pulmonary hypertension (patient information)|Pulmonary hypertension]]
*[[Pulmonary hypertension (patient information)|Pulmonary hypertension]]
==Prevention==
*DO NOT smoke.
*Get a yearly [[flu vaccine]] and a [[pneumococcal vaccine]] as directed by your doctor.
*Reduce your exposure to air pollution.
*Wash your [[hands]] (and your children's hands) frequently to avoid spreading [[viruses]] and other [[infections]].


==Sources==
==Sources==
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001087.htm
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001087.htm


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Latest revision as of 20:56, 29 July 2020

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Chronic bronchitis

Overview

What are the symptoms?

What are the causes?

Who is at highest risk?

When to seek urgent medical care?

Diagnosis

Treatment options

Where to find medical care for Chronic bronchitis?

What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?

Possible complications

Prevention

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Risk calculators and risk factors for Chronic bronchitis

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief:

Overview

Bronchitis is inflammation of the main air passages to the lungs. Bronchitis may be short-lived (acute) or chronic, meaning that it lasts a long time and often recurs.

What are the symptoms of Chronic bronchitis?

The symptoms of either type of bronchitis may include:

Even after acute bronchitis has cleared, you may have a dry, nagging cough that lingers for several weeks. Additional symptoms of chronic bronchitis include:

What causes Chronic bronchitis?

Chronic bronchitis is a long-term condition. People have a cough that produces excessive mucus. To be diagnosed with chronic bronchitis, you must have a cough with mucus most days of the month for at least 3 months. Chronic bronchitis is one type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD for short. (Emphysema is another type of COPD.) The following things can make bronchitis worse:

  • Air pollution
  • Allergies
  • Certain occupations (such as coal mining, textile manufacturing, or grain handling)
  • Infections

Who is at highest risk?

People at risk for acute bronchitis include:

  • The elderly, infants, and young children
  • Persons with heart or lung disease
  • Smokers

When to seek urgent medical care?

Call your doctor if:

Diagnosis

The health care provider will listen to your lungs with a stethoscope. Abnormal sounds in the lungs called rales or other abnormal breathing sounds may be heard.

Tests may include:

Treatment options

You DO NOT need antibiotics for acute bronchitis caused by a virus. The infection will generally go away on its own within 1 week. Take the following steps for some relief:

If your symptoms do not improve, your doctor may prescribe an inhaler to open your airways if you are wheezing. If your doctor thinks that you have a secondary bacterial infection, antibiotics may be prescribed. Most of the time, antibiotics are not needed or recommended.

For any bronchitis, the most important step you can take is to QUIT smoking. If bronchitis is caught early enough, you can prevent the damage to your lungs.

Where to find medical care for Chronic bronchitis?

Directions to Hospitals Treating Chronic bronchitis

What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?

For acute bronchitis, symptoms usually go away within 7 to 10 days if you do not have an underlying lung disorder. However, a dry, hacking cough can linger for a number of months.

The chance for recovery is poor for persons with advanced chronic bronchitis. Early recognition and treatment, combined with smoking cessation, significantly improve the chance of a good outcome.

Possible complications

Pneumonia can develop from either acute or chronic bronchitis. If you have chronic bronchitis, you are more likely to develop recurrent respiratory infections. You may also develop:

Prevention


Sources

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001087.htm

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