Bronchitis usually refers to acute inflammation of the airways in the lungs. The airways that connect the windpipe (trachea) into the lungs. Coughing, difficulty breathing and chest tightness. The cough is often a yellow or green mucus. There are two main types of acute and chronic bronchitis. Acute bronchitis is often caused by the same viruses that cause colds. It usually starts with a sore throat, runny nose or sinus infection, then spreads to the respiratory tract. It can cause a dry cough that remain. Acute bronchitis may result from breathing irritating fumes, such as snuff smoke or polluted air. Bronchitis may be indicated by a cough cough, shortness of breath (dyspnea) and wheezing. Sometimes chest pain, fever, fatigue or discomfort and may also occur. Acute bronchitis often starts with an annoying cough that is triggered by inflammation of the bronchial wall. Adenoviridae bronchitis caused by systemic symptoms and can cause gastroentestinal. Chronic bronchitis is a condition in the long term. Chronic bronchitis is also known as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD for short. Smoking and snuff smoke exposure are also risk factors for bronchitis. People who suffer from chronic bronchitis are more susceptible to bacterial infections of the lungs and airways, such as pneumonia. Pneumonia is more common among smokers and people exposed to smoke from time to time. One of the best ways to protect against acute bronchitis is to wash your hands often to get rid of the virus. Minimize exposure to air pollutants. Bronchitis Treatment and Prevention Tips 1. Take an anti-counter cough. 2. Limit your exposure to pollutants and other lung irritants. 3. Wash your hands frequently to prevent the spread of viruses and other infections. 4. Get vaccinated annually against influenza and pneumococcal vaccine cons as directed by your doctor. 5. Take aspirin or acetaminophen (Tylenol) if you have a fever. Do not give aspirin to children. 6. Consumption is very important. A vaporizer or cool mist humidifier can help decrease bronchial irritation.




















