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Causes of Acute bronchitis
Acute bronchitis is caused by inflammation of the bronchi, the larger airways that carry air into the lungs, most often after an infection or exposure to an irritant that damages the airway lining. In practical terms, it develops when the airway…
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Treatment for Acute bronchitis
What treatments are used for acute bronchitis? In most cases, treatment is supportive rather than curative, because acute bronchitis is usually caused by a viral infection and the inflammation it triggers in the bronchial tubes. Management focuses on easing cough, reducing…
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What is Acute bronchitis
Acute bronchitis is a temporary inflammation of the bronchi, the air passages that carry air from the trachea into the lungs. In this condition, the lining of the bronchial tubes becomes irritated and swollen, and the mucus-producing cells in those tubes…
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Symptoms of Acute bronchitis
What are the symptoms of acute bronchitis? The condition most often produces a cough, mucus production, chest discomfort, wheezing, and a sense of irritation deep in the airways, often with fatigue and mild fever. These symptoms arise because the lining of…
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Prevention of Acute bronchitis
Acute bronchitis is an inflammatory condition of the bronchi, usually triggered by a respiratory infection and sometimes worsened by inhaled irritants. It develops when the lining of the airways becomes irritated enough to produce swelling, excess mucus, and impaired clearance of…
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Diagnosis of Acute bronchitis
Acute bronchitis is usually identified through a clinical evaluation rather than a single definitive laboratory test. It refers to a short-term inflammation of the bronchial tubes, the airways that carry air into the lungs. In this condition, the airway lining becomes…
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FAQ about Acute bronchitis
This FAQ explains acute bronchitis in clear, practical terms. It covers what the condition is, why it happens, which symptoms are typical, how it is diagnosed, what treatment usually involves, and what to expect over time. It also answers common questions…