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What is Bronchitis? If the mucus is yellow or green, you may have a bacterial infection as well. Even after the infection clears up, you may still have a dry cough for days or weeks. Other symptoms of acute bronchitis include wheezing (a whistling or squeaky sound when you breathe), low fever, and chest tightness or pain.
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Bronchitis (Chronic) 1 Other symptoms include wheezing and shortness of breath.  Chronic bronchitis is diagnosed based on the symptoms and physical exam. By definition, chronic bronchitis must persist for most days of the month, for at least three months, and at least two years in a row.
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- The viral infection usually starts in the nose and upper airways of the throat as an upper respiratory infection. Patients may therefore have symptoms of a runny nose, congestion, nasal discharge, throat irritation and post nasal drip. The characteristic symptoms of acute bronchitis are a result of inflammation of the bronchial airways, leading to painfulness and burning, coughing and chest discomfort, and in certain cases a mild fever.
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How to get rid of phlegm (excessive mucus) in throat? Detailed guide to medical and home remedies, symptoms and causes The symptoms of chronic bronchitis may include: 1  Persistent cough that produces clear, yellow, white, or green phlegm (for at least three months of the year, and for more than two years in a row) 2  Sometimes wheezing, sometimes breathlessness.  Feeling very tired.
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Acute bronchitis in adults 1 The most common symptom of acute bronchitis is a frequent cough. 2  The cough of bronchitis may last a month or more. 3  Your cough may be dry, or it may bring up mucus from your lungs. 4  This phlegm (flem) may be green, yellow, white, or have streaks of blood in it. Your cough may be dry, or it may bring up mucus from your lungs. 2  This phlegm (flem) may be green, yellow, white, or have streaks of blood in it. 3  You may feel tired and have body aches. 4  You may have a fever, chills, or a sore throat.
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Bronchitis There are two primary types of bronchitis: acute and chronic. Acute bronchitis sets in quickly and usually lasts for two to three weeks. Chronic bronchitis causes recurring symptoms that can last for several weeks or months. Chronic bronchitis is most common in people with other respiratory conditions and smokers.
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Acute bronchitis in adults 1 The most common symptom of acute bronchitis is a frequent cough. 2  The cough of bronchitis may last a month or more. 3  Your cough may be dry, or it may bring up mucus from your lungs. 4  This phlegm (flem) may be green, yellow, white, or have streaks of blood in it. It is sometimes caused by other kinds of germs, such as bacteria (bak-TEE-ree-ah), yeast, or a fungus. 2  Acute bronchitis can be caused by breathing air that has chemical fumes, dust, or pollution. 3  Smoke, such as from a cigarette or a fire, may also cause bronchitis.
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Bronchitis Bronchitis is inflammation of the bronchi (large and medium-sized airways) of the lungs. Symptoms include coughing up mucus, wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest discomfort. Bronchitis is divided into two types: acute and chronic. Acute bronchitis is also known as a chest cold. Acute bronchitis usually has a cough that lasts around three weeks. In more than 90% of cases the cause is a viral infection. These viruses may be spread through the air when people cough or by direct contact. Risk factors include exposure to tobacco smoke, dust, and other air pollution.
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- Acute bronchitis caused by an infection usually develops after you already have a cold or the flu. Symptoms of a cold or the flu include sore throat, fatigue (tiredness), fever, body aches, stuffy or runny nose, vomiting, and diarrhea. The main symptom of acute bronchitis is a persistent cough, which may last 10 to 20 days. The cough may produce clear mucus (a slimy substance).
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Bronchitis Symptoms will vary somewhat depending on the underlying cause of the bronchitis. When the bronchitis is due to an infection the symptoms may include: A slight fever of 100 to 101°F with severe bronchitis. The fever may rise to 101 to 102°F and last three to five days even after antibiotics are started.
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- The symptoms of asthmatic bronchitis are a combination of the symptoms of bronchitis and asthma. You may experience some or all of the following symptoms: 1  Shortness of breath. 2  Wheezing.3  Cough. 4  Chest tightness. 5  Excess mucus production.ommon asthmatic bronchitis triggers include: 1  Tobacco smoke. 2  Pollution. 3  Allergens such as pollen, mold, dust, pet dander, or food (and food additives like MSG). 4  Chemicals. 5  Certain medications (aspirin, beta-blockers). 6  Exercise. 7  Weather changes (for example, cold weather). 8  Viral or bacterial infections.
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Acute Bronchitis - Topic Overview The most common symptom of acute bronchitis is a cough that usually is dry and hacking at first. After a few days, the cough may bring up mucus. You may have a low fever and feel tired. Most people get better in 2 to 3 weeks. But some people continue to have a cough for more than 4 weeks.
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- 1 The most common cause of acute bronchitis is a viral or bacterial infection, but other causes may include irritants like tobacco smoke, air pollution, or chemicals. 2  The primary symptom of acute bronchitis is a cough. Other symptoms may include:  sputum production,
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Symptoms of Asthma (Allergic Bronchitis) in Dogs The hallmark of allergic bronchitis is a chronic, dry hacking cough, which can come on slowly or suddenly. Other common signs include: 1  Respiratory distress (difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, wheezing, dyspnea). 2  Open-mouth breathing. 3  Cough (dry, hacking). 4  Pale mucous membranes (blue-ish gums). 5  Lethargy.6  Exercise intolerance. 7  Lack of appetite.8  Weight loss.t usually includes wheezing and shortness of breath due to spasms and constriction of the large upper airways (the trachea and bronchi). Dogs, like people, can develop asthma, although in dogs the disorder typically is referred to as allergic bronchitis.
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Acute bronchitis Acute bronchitis, also known as a chest cold, is short-term inflammation of the bronchi (large and medium-sized airways) of the lungs. The most common symptom is a cough. Other symptoms include coughing up mucus, wheezing, shortness of breath, fever, and chest discomfort. The infection may last from a few to ten days.
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Pneumonia - Symptoms Older adults may have different, fewer, or milder symptoms, such as having no fever or having a cough with no mucus (a dry or nonproductive cough). The major sign of pneumonia in older adults may be a change in how clearly they think (confusion or delirium) or when a lung disease they already have gets worse. In children, symptoms may depend on age: In infants younger than 1 month of age, symptoms may include having little or no energy (lethargy), feeding poorly, grunting, or having a fever.
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Bronchitis Signs and Symptoms of Bronchitis. Bronchitis is defined by congestion in the bronchial tubes and a persistent cough. The cough may be dry, but it is more often wet and productive. This is one way to distinguish bronchitis from other types of respiratory diseases, which often exhibit with a dry cough.
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- The most common symptoms of acute bronchitis include: ●A persistent cough; this may last 10 to 20 days. ●Some people cough up mucus, which may be clear, yellow, or green in color (in this case, coughing is a good response to help clear the bronchi of the mucus) Fever is not common in people with acute bronchitis.
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Overview Symptoms. For the first few days, the signs and symptoms of bronchiolitis are similar to those of a cold: Runny nose; Stuffy nose; Cough ; Slight fever (not always present) After this, there may be a week or more of difficulty breathing or a whistling noise when the child breathes out (wheezing). Many infants will also have an ear infection (otitis media).
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Acute Bronchitis People at high risk of complications from acute bronchitis — such as infants, the elderly or people with chronic lung or heart disease — should call a physician at the first signs of bronchitis. Symptoms of acute bronchitis are often similar to symptoms of mild asthma.
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What is Bronchitis? Symptoms of Bronchitis. 1. Coughing 2. Mucus 3. Wheezing or whistling sound in the lungs 4. Low fever 5. Chest discomfort 6. Shortness of breath 7. Cold symptoms, such as headache, fatigue, and watery eyes. Acute bronchitis symptoms. The most common sign that you have acute bronchitis is a persistent cough. It can last from three days to three weeks. Coughing may produce clear, slimy phlegm, or the mucus may be white, yellow, or green. Acute bronchitis often strikes when you're sick or recovering from a cold of flu.
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- In cases of chronic bronchitis, the doctor will likely get an X-ray of your chest to check the extent of the lung damage, as well as pulmonary function tests to measure how well your lungs are working... 1  Overall sensation of feeling unwell. 2  Cough, possibly with bloody mucus. 3  Fatigue. 4  Shortness of breath. 5  Weight loss.
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5 Ways to Help Prevent the Spread of Pneumonia in Nursing Homes Pneumonia Symptoms in Elderly Individuals. For most adults, infectious pneumonia first presents symptoms similar to those of the common cold: sneezing, coughing, and a sore throat. These relatively benign symptoms are soon followed by a high fever, chills, green or yellow sputum, and shortness of breath.Pain on inhalation is sometimes present. Pneumonia is common in patients who have difficulty swallowing. 2  Saliva and oral bacteria may be inhaled into the lungs, causing aspiration pneumonia or bacterial pneumonia. 3  In these patients, physical and feeding therapy, oral care, and maintaining an upright posture are all shown to decrease the incidence of pneumonia.
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Bronchitis (Acute) Symptoms, Causes, Treatment Remedies, and Cures 1 The primary symptom of acute bronchitis is a cough. 2  Other symptoms may include: 3  sputum production, 4  sore throat, 5  nasal congestion, 6  headache, 7  muscle aches, and. 8  fatigue.
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Bronchitis, Infectious Bronchitis affects people of all ages, but those who are 45 years or older get it more often, and women are more susceptible than men. More than 10 million people have bouts of acute bronchitis every year; most are children less than 5 years of age, who typically get it in winter and early spring.