Bronchitis Information and Natural Cures

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What is Bronchitis?

Bronchitis is basically the inflammation of the large airways (bronchi). When a person has bronchitis, the infection causes the thin mucous membrane lining of the airways to become irritated and inflamed.

Because of the irritation and inflammation of the mucous membrane, the body produces large amounts of mucus in the lungs. This in turn causes difficulty in breathing and persistent coughs which can sometime be painful. The coughs may last for several days and even weeks.

Excessive coughing will sometime bring some of the excessive phlegm up to the throat. Just spit it out so that you do not swallow it back into your body.

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There are 2 Types of Bronchitis

Chronic and Acute Bronchitis

Serious lung problems are usually the cause of chronic bronchitis. Patients suffering from persistent cough that lasts for several months on end and recurs yearly are said to have chronic bronchitis.

Acute Bronchitis is recognized as a cough and the production of phlegm which may be accompanied by symptoms such as shortness of breath and wheezing, as well as a mild fever in some cases. Acute bronchitis commonly occurs after an upper respiratory infection such as a cold, influenza, or a sinus infection. For this reason, you may also experience other symptoms such as muscle aches, nasal congestion, and a sore throat in addition to bronchitis symptoms.

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How to Diagnose Bronchitis

Usually bronchitis clears itself up in a few weeks. Usually a visit to the doctor is not necessary unless you feel pain and the symptoms persists. Treatment for acute and chronic bronchitis are also different and you should know what kind of bronchitis you are suffering from.

If you suffer lots of pain from bronchitis or experience high fever and notice blood in your phlegm then you should not wait to see your doctor. Your doctor will usually use a stethoscope to listen your chest and breathing or may also suggest a chest x-ray and other tests to check for bacterias in your phlegm.

Symptoms of Bronchitis

Symptoms may include:

> runny nose, usually before a cough starts
> malaise (an overall body discomfort or not feeling well)
> chills
> slight fever
> back and muscle pain
> sore throat

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What Causes Bronchitis?

Like the common cold, bronchitis is usually caused by a virus. Bronchitis is a common secondary infection that follows symptoms of flu-like conditions.

Cigarette smoking, bad pollution and dust may also cause allergies and bronchitis.

People who have low immune system are also more at risk of developing bronchitis. Elderly people and people with hazardous work condition are easy prey for the illness.

Natural Treatment for Bronchitis

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Mild cases of Bronchitis resolve themselves without the need of any medical treatment. Ample rest, drinking lots of water and avoiding alcohol, smoke and allergens will help the body to heal itself.

You should drink lots of warm water and get lots of sleep and rest.




Cough medicines can also help in reducing the stickiness of the phlegm and also loosen it from the walls of the wind pipes.

I would recommend taking Triple Complex BronchoSoothe which is a homeopathic remedy that provides respiratory support for tight chests.

I have personally used this natural remedy and have found it to be the most effective treatment I have used.

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