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The bronchial tubes—which convey air to and from the lungs—are inflamed in bronchitis. Acute and chronic forms are two categories it falls under. Usually resulting from viral infections, acute bronchitis, like the common cold, lasts a few weeks. Extended irritating exposure, such as that from air pollution or cigarettes, causes chronic bronchitis, a form of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Persistent coughing with mucus, wheezing, chest pain, dyspnoea, and tiredness defines bronchitis. While chronic bronchitis calls for long-term treatment, acute bronchitis generally clears on its own. Medical history, physical examination, and occasionally imaging studies or pulmonary function tests define a diagnosis.
Treatment relies on the kind of bronchitis one has. Rest, fluids, cough suppressors, and anti-inflammatory drugs control acute bronchitis. Only when a bacterial infection exists can antibiotics be provided. Chronic bronchitis could call for bronchodilators, steroids, lung rehabilitation, and lifestyle changes, including smoking cessation.
Preventive actions include on avoiding smoking, keeping good cleanliness, being vaccinated against flu and pneumonia, and preserving a strong immune system. Early discovery and appropriate treatment can help to avoid problems and enhance respiratory condition.