Bronchitis is swelling of the bronchial tubes (bronchi), the air passages between the nasal area and the respiratory system. More particularly, bronchitis is when the lining of the bronchial tubes gets inflamed or contaminated.
2. Bronchitis is inflammation or swelling of the
bronchial tubes (bronchi), the air passages between
the nose and the lungs. More specifically, bronchitis
is when the lining of the bronchial tubes becomes
inflamed or infected.
3. Smokers - A study carried out by researchers at
the COPD Program at Lovelace Respiratory
Research Institute in Albuquerque found that
smoking was associated with the overproduction
of mucus that causes bronchitis.
People who are exposed to a lot of secondhand
smoke
People with weakened immune systems
People with gastroesophageal reflux disease
(GERD)
4. • Inflammation or swelling of the bronchi
• Coughing
• Production of clear, white, yellow, grey, or green
mucus (sputum)
• Shortness of breath
• Wheezing
• Fatigue
• Fever and chills
5. There are several tests that are used
to diagnose bronchitis. If a doctor
hears wheezing or abnormal sounds
when listening to your lungs with a
stethoscope, he or she will often
order chest X-rays. A pulmonary lung
function test using a device called a
spirometer may be employed to
check for asthma or emphysema.
6. Bronchitis is a somewhat preventable disease. Prevention
methods include:
Avoiding tobacco smoke and exposure to second hand smoke
Quitting smoking
Avoiding people who are sick with colds or the flu
Getting a yearly flu vaccine
Getting a pneumonia vaccine (especially for those over 60
years of age)
Washing hands regularly