Acute Bronchitis

Acute bronchitis is the inflammation of the bronchi caused by viruses.


Why it occurs?

Causes are-
Viral infection e.g. rhinovirus, respiratory syncytial virus, influenza (common)
Bacteria and chemicals (less common)


What are the Symptoms?
  • A constant, hacking, dry or wet cough
  • Production of sputum which can be clear, white, yellowish-gray or green in color
  • Slight fever and chills
  • A headache
  • Wheezing and shortness of breath
  • Pain in the upper chest, made worse by fits of coughing
  • Fatigue
  • Malaise
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