Bronchitis

Bronchitis is an obstructive pulmonary disease characterized by inflammation of the bronchi of the lungs. It is a common disease of habitual smokers and residents of polluted cities. Like many disorders, bronchitis can be acute (short-term), or chronic (long-lasting). Chronic bronchitis is defined clinically as a persistent cough that produces sputum for at least three months in two consecutive years.

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Medical Self-Care: Information about chronic and acute bronchitis in children.
E-Medicine: An article authored by Samuel Ong MD about acute bronchitis. Extensive details include the work up, treatment medications and follow up.
American Academy of Family Physicians - Patient Information: A patient information article on acute bronchitis by William J. Hueston, M.D.
Alternative Nutrition Information: List of beneficial herbs, diet recommendations, nutrient supplements and some tips are offered for the treatment of bronchitis.
Mindxpansion: FAQs about bronchitis, includes what it is, the symptoms, the causes and prevention.
Traditional Chinese Medicine and Bronchitis: Describes in detail how TCM practitioners in China solve this with traditional Chinese strategies and herbs.
Learn About Bronchitis: What is Bronchitis? How is it transmitted? What causes it? Learn about it here.
Acute Bronchitis: Details as to what acute bronchitis is, the causes, diagnosis, treatment, complications and when to see a doctor.
Chronic Bronchitis: Information from the AAFP.
eMedicine Health - Bronchoscopy: Consumer health resource center providing information on the risks and benefits of bronchosopy procedures.
eMedicine Health - Bronchitis: Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment.
MerckSource: Find information on bronchitis, its causes and symptoms.
Saluki Search: Detail information on acute and chronic bronchitis, its symptoms, causes, treatment, and preventions available.