Bronchitis secondary prevention

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Seyedmahdi Pahlavani, M.D. [2]; Nate Michalak, B.A.

Overview

The most important step to decrease the comorbidities secondary to bronchitis is smoking cessation. For those who have occupational exposure to dusts or aerosols, transfer to a safer environment is helpful.

Secondary prevention

• Acute bronchitis: Smoking cessation will help to repair the bronchial tree damages and is an effective measure regarding secondary prevention.
• Chronic bronchitis: Although chronic bronchitis is not curable, it can be controlled in a variety of ways. Clinical practice guidelines by Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD), a collaboration including the American National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute and the World Health Organization, are available.

• Smoking Cessation
  • Smoking cessation is one of the most important factors in slowing down the progression of COPD. Even at a late stage of the disease, it can reduce the rate of deterioration and prolong the time taken for disability and death.

• Occupational Change
  • Workers may be able to transfer to a significantly less contaminated area of the company depending on circumstances. However, workers may need complete occupational change.