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How Do You Get Bronchitis?

By Brianna Jacobs on January 2, 2023

What is bronchitis? Bronchitis is a medical condition that affects the respiratory system. It is attributed to inflammation of the inner lining of the bronchi which are the lung’s main airway. Inflammation leads to the production of thick mucus that is coughed up, causing the characteristic cough. Bronchitis can be sorted into acute and chronic.1 […]

How Do You Know If You Have Bronchitis?

By Hana Hailu on December 19, 2022

What is bronchitis? Bronchitis is an infection that occurs in the lungs that causes them to be inflamed and irritated. Branches on either side of the trachea (bronchi) lead to smaller airways called bronchioles. The bronchi produce mucus that traps dust and other particles that could cause irritation. Our body then tries to move the […]

How is Bronchitis Treated?

By Wendy Davies on December 16, 2022

What is Bronchitis? If you have a persistent cough, then it is possible that the airways to your lungs (bronchial tubes) could be irritated, causing them to become inflamed and secrete excess mucus. Types of Bronchitis Acute bronchitis Acute bronchitis is characterised by a cough that persists for a week or more. It is usually […]

What Causes Acute Bronchitis?

By Lauren Young on November 28, 2022

Understanding Bronchitis Bronchitis is an inflammation of the lower respiratory system, sometimes referred to as a chest cold or infection. Bronchi are the main airways of the lungs, branching off from the windpipe (trachea) and leading into a tree of progressively smaller airways, or bronchioles. Inflammation of these airways is known as bronchitis. This differs […]

Diarrhea With Bronchitis

By Hana Hailu on November 14, 2022

Overview What is bronchitis? Bronchitis is defined as an inflammation of the main airways (bronchi) of the lungs. Coughing usually produces yellow or greenish mucus. Bronchitis is classified into two types: acute and chronic. Acute bronchitis is characterized by the development of a cough, with or without sputum, that often arises due to a viral […]

Chronic Bronchitis And Smoking

By Yongyi Dia on November 10, 2022

What is chronic bronchitis? Bronchitis is defined by the NHS as a condition caused by infections in the respiratory system, leading to irritation and inflammation in the windpipes before continuing down into the lungs. The diagnosis would change to chronic bronchitis if the condition lasts for 3 months per year for over 2 years continuously.1 […]

Will Ibuprofen Help Bronchitis?

By Pei Yin Chai on November 10, 2022

Bronchitis causes coughs and other symptoms that can be distressing. Can common over-the-counter medicine like ibuprofen really help in treating bronchitis symptoms? Research has shown that ibuprofen has marginal benefits in relieving fever and chest pain caused by bronchitis, but it does not seem to be really effective in alleviating coughs, the main symptom of […]

Chronic Bronchitis Causes

By Rebecca Dion on November 7, 2022

What is chronic bronchitis? Chronic bronchitis is a long-term condition whereby the airways that transport air in and out of the lungs are permanently inflamed and narrowed. The narrowing of the airways can occur as a result of damage to the lung tissue, mucus blocking part of the airway, and the lining of the airways […]

Long-Term Effects Of Bronchitis

By Avantika Pandey on October 22, 2022

Overview What Is Bronchitis? The major airway (trachea) walls lead to bronchioles, which are extremely small passages within your lungs that produce mucus to catch dust and other highly irritating particles.1 Bronchitis is caused by an infection that irritates and inflames the main airways, that cause tissue swelling and producing more mucus than usual.2 It […]

Bronchitis In Toddlers

By Nancy Ogbonna on October 6, 2022

Overview Bronchitis or as it is otherwise called, a chest cold is a lung infection affecting all age groups. In this context, we would be focused on bronchitis in toddlers. A toddler is a child aged 1 - 3 years or 12 - 36 months. What is bronchitis? Bronchitis is an infectious lung disease, where […]

How Long Does Bronchitis Last?

By Sadaf Ahmed on September 29, 2022

Bronchitis is an inflammatory respiratory condition that affects the primary airways called bronchi. It is often caused by viral infections, similar to the ones that trigger the common flu or cold, but features more severe flu-like symptoms. Generally, there are two major types of bronchitis - acute (short-term) and chronic (long-term), each having unique characteristics, […]

Bronchitis Vs. Covid

By IIona Kosten on September 28, 2022

Overview The novel coronavirus Covid-19 seems to have similar symptoms as Bronchitis. These similarities make it difficult to determine which is which based on how we feel. So let’s figure out what, exactly is what, shall we? What Is Bronchitis? Bronchitis is an inflammation of the airways, more specifically; the lining of the internal branches […]

Will Steroids Help With Bronchitis?

By Cristina Potter on August 30, 2022

Overview Bronchitis is the most common acute respiratory tract infection during the early years of life.1 Acquired respiratory viruses cause bronchitis, and viral infection has demonstrated substantial morbidity in children.2 Ongoing investigation on bronchitis calls for further evidence on its therapeutic management, namely via the use of newly-emerging steroids. Systematic reviews have assessed the use […]

Can Bronchitis Turn Into Pneumonia?

By Hugo Uriepero on August 13, 2022

Introduction Bronchitis and pneumonia are infections of the lower respiratory system. Lower respiratory tract infections have different etiologies, and they can be viral, bacterial or caused by fungi; however, environmental and chemical factors can cause modifications in our respiratory system and lead to the development of other diseases. The lower respiratory system has different zones, […]

Smoking with Bronchitis

By Sentia Racha Keyulong on August 13, 2022

We may say smoking is like a silent killer or a friend that sneakily stabs you behind your back without you even realizing it.28 It contributes to many diseases, including lung cancer, heart disease, and respiratory disease.29 Despite that, more than 1 billion people smoke cigarettes regularly.28 It also accounts for 8 million deaths worldwide. […]

Can Bronchitis Kill You?

By Sunita Baro on August 7, 2022

Introduction What is bronchitis? Bronchitis is a condition caused by inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes, which transports air to and from the lungs. Bronchitis can be acute or chronic in nature.⁴ Acute bronchitis is a common side effect of a cold or other respiratory illness. Chronic bronchitis, a more serious illness, is identified […]

Bronchitis vs Pneumonia

By Samuel Oninku on June 30, 2022

Introduction Got a cough and chest discomfort but not sure if you are suffering from bronchitis or pneumonia? Though bronchitis and pneumonia are not the only causes of cough, these are two of the most common respiratory diseases and causes. It can be difficult to differentiate between bronchitis and pneumonia. This article will look at […]

About Bronchitis and Pneumonia

By Murielle Nsiela on June 24, 2022

Based on an article titled “Bronchitis and Pneumonia” Originally written by: Nowicki and Murray, 2020 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7348617/ By: Murielle Nsiela This article will differentiate between different types of bronchitis and its symptoms and discuss possible diagnostic limitations. It will also answer the question of whether bronchitis can eventually turn into pneumonia, so read along to find […]

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