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Acute bronchitis is usually caused by viruses that attack the lining of the bronchial tree and cause infection.

Bronchitis (COPD): David's Story
By Dramatic Health on April 17, 2012 - 11:56am
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Bronchitis is a common complication of viral respiratory infections, including colds and flu. It is an inflammation of the bronchial tubes, the main air passages in the lungs. The U. S.

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Acute Bronchitis: Could Ibuprofen Be Better Than Antibiotics?
By Linda Fugate PhD HERWriter on December 6, 2011 - 7:26am
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Asthma and bronchitis are both conditions that can make breathing difficult. There are two basic types of bronchitis -- acute or short-term, and chronic or long-term.

Asthmatic Bronchitis: A Combination of Conditions
Impacted 1 Lives By Denise DeWitt HERWriter on November 28, 2011 - 11:15pm
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Bronchitis is a breathing condition that is caused by swelling and inflammation in the tubes that carry air to the lungs. These tubes are called bronchi.

Different Kinds of Bronchitis Require Different Treatments
By Denise DeWitt HERWriter on November 23, 2011 - 11:57am
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Bronchitis is caused by inflammation and swelling in the airways inside the lungs, which are called bronchi.

Is Bronchitis Contagious? The Answer May Surprise You!
By Denise DeWitt HERWriter on November 20, 2011 - 10:46pm
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Bronchitis is a common condition that makes breathing difficult. Bronchitis that comes on quickly and resolves quickly is known as acute bronchitis.

Persistent Cough May Be Bronchitis
By Denise DeWitt HERWriter on November 16, 2011 - 10:48pm
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Our bodies take in oxygen and get rid of carbon dioxide every time we breathe. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) makes breathing difficult.

Bronchitis Makes Breathing Difficult
By Denise DeWitt HERWriter on November 14, 2011 - 11:21pm
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Inflammation in the lining of the bronchial tubes can cause bronchitis.

Bronchitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes and Risks
By EmpowHER on October 19, 2011 - 7:55am
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Inflammation in the lining of the bronchial tubes can cause bronchitis.

Bronchitis: Inflammation And Irritation Of Bronchial Tubes
By Jody Smith HERWriter on October 18, 2011 - 7:57pm

Bronchitis Definition

Definition

The bronchi are air passages of the lungs. Bronchitis is inflammation of the bronchi. It can make breathing difficult. It can also be painful.

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There are different types of bronchitis such as:

Acute bronchitis—is a sudden onset of symptoms. It only lasts a short time. There is full recovery of lung function.
Chronic bronchitis —is a long term condition. It causes obstruction and erosion of the lungs. It is often the result of many years of cigarette smoking . This is a serious condition. It is a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) .
Asthmatic bronchitis—occurs in people with asthma . Occurs during an asthma attack. It is most common with allergies.
Irritative bronchitis—due to frequent contact with certain irritants. This often happens because of work setting. (also known as industrial or environmental bronchitis)

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