Types of bronchitis
This type of bronchitis is characterized by a sudden onset and is usually short-lived.
acute bronchitis
This common symptom of bronchitis helps clear mucus from the lungs.
Coughs
Acute bronchitis is most commonly caused by these tiny organisms.
viruses
What do you take for a bacterial infection caused, acute bronchitis
antibiotics
This annual vaccine can help prevent respiratory infections that can lead to bronchitis.
flu (influenza) vaccine
This type of bronchitis is defined by a cough lasting at least three months in two consecutive years.
chronic bronchitis
In bronchitis, this difficulty in breathing can occur due to inflamed and narrowed airways.
shortness of breath
Bronchitis involves the inflammation of these tubes that carry air to your lungs.
bronchial tubes (bronchi)
These medications, which reduce inflammation, are often prescribed for chronic bronchitis.
inhaled steroids
Wearing these in polluted environments can help protect your lungs and prevent bronchitis.
masks
which type of bronchitis is usually caused by long term exposure to pollution
chronic bronchitis
This sound, heard during breathing, indicates a narrowing of the airways and is common in bronchitis.
wheezing
Chronic bronchitis can develop from long-term exposure to these environmental irritants.
air pollutants
For chronic bronchitis, this type of therapy involves breathing in medication to reduce inflammation and open airways.
oxygen therapy
Frequent washing of these can help prevent the spread of infections that lead to bronchitis.
hands