Bronchitis risk factors
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
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Overview
The people with increased risk for developing acute bronchitis includes elderly, infants and patients with underlying heart or lung diseases. Chronic bronchitis are commonly found in smokers.
Risk factors
People at risk for acute bronchitis include:
- Individuals with lower immunity, i.e. elderly, infants, and young children
- Persons with heart or lung disease
- Smokers