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Bronchitis (Acute)

Learn about causes and symptoms of bronchitis, how it is treated, ways to prevent bronchitis and more in this section.

Young Black doctor listens to young boy's lungs with a stethoscope while his mother watches. Young Black doctor listens to young boy's lungs with a stethoscope while his mother watches.

Commonly known as bronchitis, acute bronchitis is a form of lower respiratory infection that affects the air tubes (bronchi) of the lungs. It usually comes on suddenly and lasts for a week to 10 days. This is very different from chronic bronchitis, which is a more serious, life-long condition.

Learn About Bronchitis

Bronchitis is the sudden development of inflammation in bronchial tubes. It usually happens because of a virus or breathing in something that irritates the lungs such as tobacco smoke, fumes, dust and air pollution.

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Bronchitis Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment

On average, the symptoms of bronchitis last only a couple of weeks. However, if you have a cough that won't go away, or if you get sick with bronchitis frequently, it may be the sign of a more serious disease and you should visit your doctor.

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