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Bronchitis Treatment and Bronchitis Management and 5 Facts
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[size=4][b]Bronchitis Treatment - Bronchitis Management - 5 Facts and Tips to Control this Disorder[/b][/size][hr]Bronchitis can easily be mistaken for a common cold. Dealing with bronchitis becomes easier once you learn to identify the various symptoms and signs of bronchitis.

Don't take antibiotics if the bronchitis is caused by virus or lifestyle patterns such as smoking or polluted environments because the antibiotics are of no use in such cases. We have to be very flexible when talking to children about Bronchitis. They seem to interpret things in a different way from the way we see things!

[list][*]Bronchodilators dilate the tissues of the respiratory tract to enable free flow of air.[*]Consequently, they reduce wheezing.[*]In extreme cases of chronic bronchitis, the patient might need additional oxygen to help him or her breathe.[/list]

Bronchitis usually begins with an infected sinus or a common cold. At first, the victims of bronchitis experience an irritating sensation in the posterior part of their throat, which is followed by a persistent cough accompanied by phlegm.

Case of acute bronchitis, the patient may cough for a couple of weeks or more. Persistent cough causes a strain on the muscles of the abdomen and the thoracic cavity. If not treated properly and on time, persistent coughing might result in a damaged chest wall. Our dreams of writing a lengthy article on Bronchitis Caused has finally materialized Through this article on Bronchitis Caused. however, only if you acknowledge its use, will we feel gratitude for writing it!

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[list][*]Moreover, pregnant women and children are strictly not permitted to take these medicines.[*]Aspirin is believed to cause Reye's syndrome in children.[*]In pregnant women, it may result in severe bleeding.[/list]

Since a cough might mean many things, a doctor will have to thoroughly examine the patient for any other medical condition that might be responsible for it. In case of severe, uncontrollable cough, the doctor might prescribe cough suppressants. When a child shows a flicker of understanding when talking about Bronchitis Patient, we feel that the objective of the meaning of Bronchitis Patient being spread, being achieved.

[size=large][b]Basics of Bronchitis[/b][/size][hr]Bronchitis is a condition in which viral or bacterial infection leads to inflammation of the respiratory tract. However, bacteria and virus are not always responsible for this condition. Continuous exposure to highly polluted atmospheres or a lifestyle trait such as heavy smoking renders the immune system so weak that the body becomes an ideal place for bacterial or viral infection. We found it rather unbelievable to find out that there is so much to learn on Bronchitis Patient! Wonder if you could believe it after going through it!

[list][*]Addition, liquid intake also helps liquefy the phlegm, and the body will find it easier to eliminate it via coughing.[*]Expectorants such as quaifenesin also have the same effect. [/list]

[size=large][b]Medication for Bronchitis[/b][/size][hr]In most cases, virus are responsible for this condition. Virus-caused bronchitis does not require any major treatment. It is easy to control and treat it at home. A few medicines, however, are taken to gain relief from the various symptoms.

[list][*]Herbal medicines that can be inhaled or taken in the form of a tea can also be used to alleviate the symptoms of bronchitis.[*]However, it is crucial that you take herbal medication only after consulting your doctor.[*]Nothing abusive about Antibiotics Bronchitis have been intentionally added here.[*]Whatever it is that we have added, is all informative and productive to you.[/list]

Quote:[list][*]Dealing with Other Symptoms Use a humidifier to deal with the uncomfortable feeling in the respiratory tract.[*]Taking plenty of liquids helps cool the body temperature.[/list]

[b]Antibiotics may also be used in case of patients suffering from long-term pulmonary disorders because their immune systems are so weak that they are susceptible to all sorts of bacterial infections. [/b]

[list][*]Addition, patients are advised to take a flu vaccine along with a pneumococcal vaccine once in five or seven years.[*]Mucolytic agents, alpha 1 antitrypsin therapy, and antitussive medications are also used in the treatment of bronchitis. Smile[/list]

[b]There are two types of bronchitis--acute and chronic--and the symptoms of muscular aches, mild fever, chills, sore throat, insomnia, and breathlessness are common to both types of bronchitis; however, dyspnea is peculiar to chronic bronchitis.[/b]

[i]Other Medications Apart from the basic medication for bronchitis, doctors can prescribe medicines depending on the condition of individual patients. [/i]

[list][*]Antibiotics Antibiotics are prescribed in cases of bacteria-caused bronchitis.[*]However, an over dose of antibiotics will only make the bacteria more resistant to the medication.[*]Dealing with Cough A common symptom of bronchitis is cough, which may be a dry cough or accompanied by phlegm.[*]Cough accompanied by sputum generally indicates infection of the lower parts of the respiratory system.[/list]

[i]This article on whether vitamin C is a bronchitis cure, you will discover: What is vitamin C?Why is vitamin C good for your bronchitis?How much vitamin C should you take as a bronchitis cure?[/i]

[size=large][b]So, to Sum Up..[/b][/size][hr]Is vitamin C a bronchitis cure? Well, I think vitamin C is more of a bronchitis prevention rather than a bronchitis cure. Studies have shown that the antioxidant properties of vitamin C can protect and reduce symptoms of the cold and flu virus, which in turn helps to prevent bronchitis.

[list][*]Vitamin C can protect you from acute bronchitis, plus it can help to boost your immune system, which will also help you with chronic bronchitis.[*]Stewart Hare C.H.Ed Dip NutTh[/list]

[b]Fruits and vegetables are packed with vitamin C, the following fruit and vegetables are extremely rich in vitamin C: BroccoliBrussels sproutsCabbageCauliflowerGreensGuavaMangoesMelonsPapayaPotatoesStrawberriesTomatoesYams[/b]

[i]Vitamin C can boost your immune system, as acute bronchitis is normally a secondary infection from illnesses such as the cold and flu virus, taking vitamin C supplements can help to protect you against those illnesses.[/i]

[list][*]How Much Vitamin C Should You Take As a Bronchitis Cure?[*]To help to protect against bronchitis try to consume more fruit and vegetables which are rich in vitamin C.[/list]

[size=large][b]Why is Vitamin C Good for Your Bronchitis?[/b][/size][hr]So, why it is vitamin C good for your bronchitis? Well, studies with elderly patients suffering from acute bronchitis, found that their bronchitis was improved by taking vitamin C supplements. The first impression is the best impression. We have written this article on Acute Bronchitis in such a way that the first impression you get will definitely make you want to read more about it! :o.

[list][*]What Is Vitamin C?[*]Vitamin C is well-known for its powerful antioxidant properties.[*]The antioxidant properties of vitamin C can help to protect your body from harmful oxidation reactions caused by free radicals.[/list]

Vitamin C is not only a powerful antioxidant but it can also help your body in many other ways, such as: It can help to protect the body from infectionIt helps wounds to healIt is needed in the formation of collagenIt helps to increase the absorption of calcium and ironTo increase the amount of vitamin C in your diet, try increasing the consumption of fruit and vegetables. We have included the history of Bronchitis Cure here so that you will learn more about its history. It is only through it's history can you learn more about Bronchitis Cure.

[list][*]Order to properly treat a cough, one must first determine the root cause of his cough.[*]Most often, a person will experience significant coughing when experiencing the common cold, the flu, or bronchitis.[/list]

Bronchitis associated with cigarette smoking will only go away after the smoking has stopped. Even though coughing may become uncomfortable at times, keep in mind it is your body's way of trying to heal by ridding itself of the excess mucous in your chest. Being aware of what is causing your cough will allow you to take the proper course of treatment and hopefully shorten the duration of your cough. I have found an effective natural cough remedy that works to fight coughs caused by the common cold, the flu and bronchitis.

Addition, one should be aware of whether or not the phlegm is green or yellow in color, which may be indicative of a bacterial infection, in which case one should speak with his physician. If blood appears in the mucous that is coughed up, medical attention should be sought immediately as there may be a serious underlying condition causing the cough. Also, if you experience a shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, seek immediate medical attention. Quality is better than quantity. It is of no use writing numerous pages of nonsense for the reader. Instead, it is better to write a short, and informative article on specific subjects like Bronchitis Cough. People tend to enjoy it more.

[size=large][b]Cough can be Considered Wet/Chesty or Dry[/b][/size][hr]Many times a cough starts out as being dry and then progresses to being considered a wet/chesty cough. A dry cough is mostly considered a bothersome nuisance. It has no real purpose in helping to rid the body of anything. This article on Bronchitis was written with the intention of making it very memorable to its reader. Only then is an article considered to have reached it's objective.

Cough which accompanies the common cold, flu or a sinus infection is categorized as an acute cough. An acute cough is a cough which lasts less than two to three weeks. In this instance, the normal cause of a cough has found to be stimulation of the cough reflex by postnasal drip and/or clearing of the throat. A cough is considered chronic when it persists for longer than two to three weeks. We have used clear and concise words in this article on Cold Flu Bronchitis to avoid any misunderstandings and confusions that can be caused due to difficult words.

[size=large][b]Sana'a Baba is the Owner of ***** as Well as a Practicing Attorney[/b][/size][hr]As an attorney, I've learned the importance of asking questions and getting as much of the facts as possible. This practice definitely is important when it comes to our bodies and health. When a person is empowered by having knowledge about what is going on with one's body, he/she is more likely to take an active role in seeking the proper treatment when he has an ailment. I have always been a self advocate of trying natural remedies before immediately turning to over- used conventional medicine. For information about getting rid of a cough with a natural remedy visit ***** to see what tested and tried natural cough remedy has worked for others.

Bronchitis is a condition that exists when an inflammation of the bronchial tubes, which are the main air passages that bring air to the lung tissue, exists. When these passages become aggravated they produce mucous, which in turn stimulates coughing in an effort to clear the passages. It is always better to use simple English when writing descriptive articles, like this one on Bronchitis. It is the layman who may read such articles, and if he can't understand it, what is the point of writing it?

[size=large][b]What are These Conditions?[/b][/size][hr]Chronic bronchitis and emphysema are characterized by chronically blocked breathing passages. Collectively, asthma, emphysema, and chronic bronchitis or any combination are called chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Usually, more than one of these underlying conditions coexist; most often, bronchitis and emphysema occur together.

[size=large][b]To Help Remove Secretions, Learn How to Cough Effectively[/b][/size][hr]If you have abundant, tenacious secretions, have a family member perform postural drainage (repositioning to drain fluids) and chest physical therapy. (Ask your doctor for instructions on these techniques.) If your secretions are thick, drink at least 6 eight ounce glasses of fluid a day. A humidifier may aid secretion removal, especially in the winter.

[size=large][b]How are They Treated?[/b][/size][hr]Treatment aims to relieve symptoms and prevent complications. Because most people with chronic bronchitis or emphysema receive outpatient treatment, they get comprehensive teaching to help them comply with therapy and understand the nature of these progressive diseases. If programs in pulmonary rehabilitation are available, they should consider enrolling. There has been a gradual introduction to the world of Bronchitis Emphysema projected in this article. We had done this so that the actual meaning of the article will sink within you.

To strengthen your breathing muscles, take slow, deep breaths and exhale through pursed lips. - If you're receiving home oxygen therapy, make sure you or a family member knows how to use the equipment correctly. Don't increase the oxygen flow or concentration above what the doctor prescribes because too much oxygen may eliminate your respiratory drive and cause confusion and drowsiness. You probably won't need more than 2 to 3 liters per minute . We were a bit tentative when embarking on this project on Emphysema Chronic Bronchitis. However, using the grit and determination we have, we have produced some fine reading material on Emphysema Chronic Bronchitis.

[list][*]How are they Diagnosed?[*]A history of cigarette smoking plus the results of blood and pulmonary function studies help confirm these diseases. Wink[/list]

[i]What can a person with chronic bronchitis or emphysema do? - Stop smoking and avoid other respiratory irritants. - Install an air conditioner with an air filter in your home.[/i]

If you're taking antibiotics to treat a respiratory infection, be sure to complete the entire prescribed course of therapy. - Practice good oral hygiene to help prevent infection, and learn how to recognize early symptoms of infection. Avoid people with respiratory infections. Get Pneumovax (pneumococcal vaccine) and annual flu shots. Our objective of this article on Bronchitis Emphysema was to arouse your interest in it. Bring back the acquired knowledge of Bronchitis Emphysema, and compare it with what we have printed here.

[size=large][b]Eat a Balanced Diet[/b][/size][hr]Because you may tire easily when eating, eat frequent, small meals and consider using oxygen, delivered by a nasal cannula, during meals. Using the intuition I had on Emphysema Chronic Bronchitis, I thought that writing this article would indeed be worth the trouble. Most of the relevant information on Emphysema Chronic Bronchitis has been included here.

The most common chronic lung diseases, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases affect an estimated 17 million Americans, and their incidence is rising. They are more common in men than women, probably because, until recently, men were more likely to smoke heavily. Chronic bronchitis and emphysema don't always produce symptoms and cause only slight disability in many people. However, these diseases tend to worsen over time. An idle brain, is a devil's workshop they say. Using this ideology in mind, we ventured to write on Chronic Bronchitis Emphysema, so that something productive would be achieved of our minds.

[size=large][b]What are the Symptoms?[/b][/size][hr]The typical person with chronic bronchitis or emphysema is a longterm cigarette smoker who has no symptoms until middle age, when his or her ability to exercise or do strenuous work starts to decline and a productive cough begins. Subtle at first, these problems worsen with age and as the disease progresses. Eventually, they cause difficulty breathing on minimal exertion, frequent respiratory infections, oxygen deficiency in the blood, and abnormalities in pulmonary function. When advanced, chronic bronchitis and emphysema may cause chest deformities, overwhelming disability, heart enlargement, severe respiratory failure, and death.
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[size=4][b]Bronchitis - Cold Flu Treatment, Antibiotics, and Herbs[/b][/size][hr]Antibiotic overuse (especially for the common cold) has led to antibiotic resistance. Natural antibiotics and anti viral herbs that may boost immune system are discussed, plus the types of cold and flu, and cough and cold in a weak immune system.

These OM disease theories are not without controversy; some biomedical research has concluded that cold temperatures, for example, do not contribute to getting sick. However, since biomedicine only became aware of the immune system in the 1960's, and OM has been treating colds and flu's for thousands of years, I would slightly favor the application of OM. It is true that OM's theories may be inexact at the same time that the treatments is applies according to those theories are effective. In another thousand years, once biomedical researchers and OM practitioners have tested and sifted through OM theories and treatments, we will have a stronger, more accurate, and integrated medical system.

Most people don't realize that western biomedical understanding didn't include the immune system until very recently. The first vaccine was developed in the late 1800's, and most of the immune system was not understood until the 1960's. Oriental Medicine has been diagnosing and treating immune system diseases with herbs since as early as 150 A.D. when the first systematic book on externally contracted illnesses, the "Cold Damage Classic" was written.

Quote:Superbacteria Medical professionals are now concerned about antibiotic-resistant 'superbacteria.' These superbacteria have evolved because of inappropriate medical prescriptions. Antibiotics are effective only against bacteria, not against viruses. MD's and DO's often prescribed antibiotics to pacify patients who refused to leave the doctor's office without them - even when the doctor knew the antibiotic would not help. The problem is that we are running out of antibiotic drugs; there is a finite number of them. It is thought that, in the future, potent herbal ingredients for helping treat pneumonia agents such as natural herbs may be our only defense. Some of the matter found here that is pertaining to Bronchitis seems to be quite obvious. You may be surprised how come you never knew about it before!

15 Anti-Viral Chinese Herbs Proven Effective in Human Studies Andrographis (Chuan xin lian): Viral hepatitis, encephalitis B, herpes zoster, viral influenza Astragalus (Huang qi): Restores immune function in immune suppression from chemotherapy, increases IgA, IgG, and interferon production Deer antler (Lu rong): Promotes lymphocyte transformation and treats leukopenia due to chronic benzene poisoning, promotes bone marrow function Ganoderma (Ling zhi): Treats hepatitis, chronic bronchitis, cardiovascular disease, altitude sickness, cancer (especially leukemia) Ginseng Ren shen: Increases resistance by stimulating adrenal gland via pituitary Isatis (Da qing ye, Ban lan gen): Encephalitis B, measles, mumps, infectious hepatitis, URTI Licorice (Gan cao): In pulmonary TB, it increased ESR - arthritis and hepatomegaly from hepatitis - acute and chronic hepatitis Lonicera (Jin yin hua): Severe acute pneumonia, bacillary dysntery Oldenlandia (Bai hua she she cao): Peritonitis, UTI, hepatitis, chronic bronchitis Phellodendron (Huang bai): Meningitis, dysentery, GI infection, conjunctivitis, UTI, candidal/trichomonal vaginitis Polygonum (He shou wu): Malaria Polygonum cuspidatum (Hu zhang): Chest infection symptoms, tonsillitis, hepatitis, RA, osteoarthritis Salvia (Dan shen): Hepatitis, SLE Siberian ginseng (Wu jia pi): Xue and qi xu - improves leukocyte count in 70% of leukopenic patients - caution when there is heat Sophora (Shan dou gen): Alkaloids effective in countering leukopenia due to radiation Viola (Zi hua di ding): TB Self-praise is no praise. So we don't want to praise ourselves on the effort put in writing on Chronic Bronchitis. instead, we would like to hear your praise after reading it! Smile

[list][*]Tiredness, Qi deficiency, & Weakness The fight may take so much of your energy that you can do nothing but lay in bed.[*]You may also lose your appetite, which is a sign of qi deficiency in OM.[*]Some people are more constitutionally weaker from birth, especially those with childhood asthma and allergies.[*]These are often metal or water type people.[*]They need to be especially vigilant in prevention.[*]The presentation of an article on Bronchitis plays an important role in getting the reader interested in reading it.[*]This is the reason for this presentation, which has gotten you interested in reading it![/list]

[size=large][b]Oriental Medicine Concepts of Immunity[/b][/size][hr]Wei (pronounced 'way') qi ('chee') is the protective qi. This qi is thought to circulate in the more superficial levels (skin and muscles). In biomedical terms, it is probably not the entire immune system, but the part of it that deals with external invasions. Protective qi is controlled by Lung organ-system, and can be compromised by overwork, grief, smoking, not eating, and talking too much. We find great potential in Bronchitis. This is the reason we have used this opportunity to let you learn the potential that lies in Bronchitis.

Wind-Heat * Symptoms: Feeling of heat, fever more than chills, sore throat or cough, body aches, red eyes, irritability * Herb Formulas: More sore throat - Honeysuckle & Forsythia Formula; More cough - Mulberry & Chrysanthemum Formula * Kitchen Medicine: Mint or chysanthemum tea (cooling) It is always better to have compositions with as little corrections in it as possible. This is why we have written this composition on Chronic Bronchitis with no corrections for the reader to be more interested in reading it.


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Types of Colds and Flu in Oriental Medicine Wind-Cold * Symptoms: Feeling of cold, chills more than fever, cough, congestion, fatigue * Herb Formulas: if no sweating - Ephedra Formula; if more body aches - Kudzu Tincture * Kitchen Medicine: Fresh ginger or garlic tea (warming) We did not write too elaborate an article on Bronchitis as it would be then difficult for the common man to read it. We have written this article in such a way that everyone will be able to read and understand it!

[size=large][b]Entrance of the Pathogen[/b][/size][hr]The Lung (a system of correspondences including the lung, throat, nose, and skin) is the most exterior and most vulnerable organ. Sweating opens the pores, and 'wind' enters through pores. Wind can be thought of as the pathogen itself, since another quality (cold, damp, or heat, for example) is usually attached to describe the pathogen. Wind-heat, then, is the invasion of the body by a heat pathogen. It is rather interesting to note that people like reading about Bronchitis if they are presented in an easy and clear way. The presentation of an article too is important for one to entice people to read it!

Chinese herbs have successfully treated and caused remission of viral hepatitis and AIDS. In clinical research studies on human beings, at least 15 herbs have been shown to stimulate the immune system and destroy viruses and bacteria (see next table). Chinese herbs appear to have an effect against bacteria and viruses directly, and they stimulate and strengthen the immune system (wei qi) in doing its job of ridding the body of pathogens. Reading all this about Bronchitis is sure to help you get a better understanding of Bronchitis. So make full use of the information we have provided here.

Sweating (or 'exterior-releasing') is a major therapy in OM. The type of invasion may be identified by whether or not the patient is sweating, and whether or not that sweating is leading to improvement in your health Smile

[list][*]Fever is thought to be the 'heat of battle' between pathogenic and righteous qi.[*]In OM, you have a fever if you feel hot, even if your thermometer shows a normal body temperature.[*]Chills are a sign that the pathogen is winning, while fever is a sign that your body is winning.[/list]

[size=large][b]What Does COPD Mean?[/b][/size][hr]COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. It encompasses two types of disease processes namely chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Quite often, people who suffer from COPD show a combination of features of both disease processes. In lay person's term, COPD means persistent lung disease with features of airway narrowing. To be more specific, bronchitis means inflammation of the bronchi or the larger airways of the lungs whereas emphysema means destruction to the smaller airways and alveoli or airsacs of the lungs. Thus COPD is commonly used to describe chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or both.

[size=large][b]What are the Treatments of COPD?[/b][/size][hr]First of all. Stop smoking. This cannot be stressed enough. Smoking cessation is the first thing you have to do if you want to get better. As the underlying mechanism of COPD is irreversible, medications are used with an aim to slow down it's progress. Drugs that are commonly used to treat COPD include short-acting bronchodilator inhalers (i.e. salbutamol), long-acting bronchodilator inhalers (i.e. tiotropium), steroid inhalers and tablets are all available drugs for treatment of COPD. Again, no treatment is more important that stop smoking. Lung transplant is the last option and should be reserved for people with severe COPD. It is only if you find some usage for the matter described here on Chronic Bronchitis Emphysema that we will feel the efforts put in writing on Chronic Bronchitis Emphysema fruitful. So make good usage of it!

[size=large][b]What are the Causes of COPD?[/b][/size][hr]Smoking. Smoking is the number 1 cause of COPD. More than 90 percent of COPDs are caused by smoking, cigarette or otherwise. About 30 percent of long term smokers will eventually show symptoms of COPD of varying degrees. Other causes include air pollution and inherited enzyme deficiency namely alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. Looking for something logical on Emphysema Chronic Bronchitis, we stumbled on the information provided here. Look out for anything illogical here.

COPD sounds like asthma, are they any different? Yes. Both COPD and asthma cause similar symptoms, however, they are different in certain ways. COPD causes permanent damage to the airways. The obstruction is 'fixed', hence it is irreversible in general terms. However, airway narrowing in asthma is intermittent and reverses quite easily with medication. Having said that, both COPD and asthma is common, people who suffer COPD can have an asthmatic component and vice versa. We do hope that you find the information here something worth recommending others to read and think about once you complete reading all there is about Bronchitis.

[size=large][b]COPD a Common Condition?[/b][/size][hr]It is one of the commonest conditions that require hospital admission during period of flare-ups. According to one epidemiology study in the US, approximately eight million people have chronic bronchitis whereas 2 million people have emphysema. As we can see, chronic bronchitis is more common than emphysema.

[size=large][b]How Does Smoking Cause COPD?[/b][/size][hr]Smoking inadvertently damages the lining of the airways. As with any other part of the body in response to injury, inflammation occurs. Inflammation stimulates the damaged lining to secrete mucus in an abnormal amount and also causes the airway to constrict (narrow). So after reading what we have mentioned here on Chronic Bronchitis, it is up to you to provide your verdict as to what exactly it is that you find fascinating here.

What tests are needed to diagnose COPD? A test called spirometry is often performed to diagnose COPD. Bronchodilators (drugs that cause the airway to dilate) are usually added to confirm the diagnosis. If the test result does not show improvement with bronchodilators, then COPD is very likely. What we have written here about Bronchitis can be considered to be a unique composition on Bronchitis. Let's hope you appreciate it being unique.
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[size=4][b]Acute Bronchitis Symptoms - Bronchitis Information and Prevention[/b][/size][hr]Bronchitis is an inflammation of the bronchi. Bronchitis usually caused by infection but sometimes caused by irritation from a gas or particle. It occurs when your trachea (windpipe) and the large and small bronchi (airways) in your lungs become inflamed. There are two main types of bronchitis: acute and chronic. Acute bronchitis, usually caused by viruses or bacteria and may last several days or weeks. Acute bronchitis is characterized by cough and sputum (phlegm) production and symptoms related to the obstruction of the airways by the inflamed airways and the phlegm, such as shortness of breath and wheezing.

[list][*]Bronchitis and Prevention Tips 1.[*]Do not smoke. 2.[*]Minimize exposure to air pollutants. 3.[*]Use a humidifier or steam in the bathroom.[*]Drinking fluids is very useful for fever.[*]Take aspirin or acetaminophen (Tylenol) if you have a fever.[*]Meta-analysis antibiotics may reduce symptoms by one-half day[/list]

Older adults, infants and young children also have greater vulnerability to infection. Stomach acids that persistently back up into your esophagus may cause a chronic cough. To treat acute bronchitis that appears to be caused by a bacterial infection, or as a precaution, antibiotics may be given. Take aspirin or acetaminophen (Tylenol) if you have a fever. One of the best ways to keep from getting bronchitis is to wash your hands often to get rid of any viruses. Avoid exposure to paint or exhaust fumes, dust, and people with colds. Get help to quit smoking.Use a humidifier or steam in the bathroom.

Pneumonia can have symptoms like acute bronchitis. Symptoms of pneumonia can include a high fever, shaking chills, and shortness of breath. Bronchitis caused by Adenoviridae may cause systemic and gastroentestinal symptoms. Chronic bronchitis is a long-term condition. Chronic bronchitis "is characterized by hypersecretion of mucus accompanied by a chronic productive cough. People have a cough that produces excessive mucus. Chronic bronchitis keeps coming back and can last a long time, especially in people who smoke. Low resistance may result from another acute illness, such as a cold. It is only if you find some usage for the matter described here on Acute Bronchitis Symptoms that we will feel the efforts put in writing on Acute Bronchitis Symptoms fruitful. So make good usage of it!

Bronchitis is a respiratory ailment that can happen at all ages. It scares all the parents as they do not want their children to be afflicted with the ailment. A key identification of this ailment is inflammation of a person's bronchi that is a part of our lungs. Wink

Quote:[list][*]Also make sure that the child keeps away from all sorts of smokes like that coming from the belches or cigarettes.[*]Chronic Bronchitis 1.[*]When the bronchial symptoms persistently afflict the individual for three months or more, it is termed as chronic bronchitis.[*]To err is human, to forgive is divine.[*]So we would indeed deem you to be divine if you forgive us for any misunderstandings that may arise in this article on Bronchitis Acute. Big Grin[/list]

[size=large][b]Acute Bronchitis[/b][/size][hr]1. This type of bronchitis is the most common one for the winter season, especially among children. 2. The viruses attack the child's lining of bronchial tree that leads to infection. The swelling heightens as the child's body combats with the attack of the viruses. We have used a mixture of seriousness and jokes in this composition on Bronchitis Common. This is to liven the mood when reading about Bronchitis Common.

First of all, the parents and/or caregivers can calm down as the medical findings have proved that bronchitis among children is not a chronic ailment. Interesting is what we had aimed to make this article on Inflammation Bronchitis. It is up to you to decide if we have succeeded in our mission!

As the swelling increases, more & more mucus is produced in the body. 4. The child is most likely to develop acute bronchitis in case the causative virus of the ailment is inhaled in the air that they breathe or it can get passed over from a person coughing. Time and tide waits for no man. So once we got an idea for writing on Bronchitis, we decided not to waste time, but to get down to writing about it immediately! Wink

[list][*]The disease of bronchitis, the air passages amidst the child's lungs & nose swell up owing to the viral infection.[*]This affects the child's bronchi.[*]Bronchi refer to the tubes where in the air passes through in to & out of the child's lungs.[*]Many a times, the tracheas & windpipe are also affected by this inflammation.[/list]

Iii. Lung Tests iv. Pulse Oximetry v. Sputum cultures 10. To cure the acute bronchitis among children the key word is taking rest. You must ensure that the child takes a good & well balanced meal. Also, drinking loads of non-caffeinated fluids is very helpful. Another key tip to cure this ailment is maintaining the in the surroundings of the child. You can do this by placing room humidifiers or keeping wet towels in several places in the house. Keeping to the point is very important when writing. So we have to stuck to Bronchitis Acute, and have not wandered much from it to enhance understanding.

This usually initiates with a continuous irritation in the bronchial tubes. 3. Among children, acute bronchitis is rather common as compared to the chronic type of the ailment. The studies prove that chronic bronchitis hits the children usually when the symptoms of acute bronchitis are not treated well and in time. :o.

[size=large][b]Bronchitis is of Two Types[/b][/size][hr]Acute & chronic. Acute bronchitis or the short term bronchitis is perhaps the most common among bronchial ailments. Chronic bronchitis usually appears among the adults. The ones who smoke heavily and/or are prone to inhaling the chemical substances have quite many chances to catch chronic bronchitis. As the information we produce in our writing on Acute Bronchitis may be utilized by the reader for informative purposes, it is very important that the information we provide be true. We have indeed maintained this.

[list][*]Some times the medical practitioners recommend some asthma related medications for the child.[*]These medications help the child release the mucus jammed inside the child's bronchi tubes.[*]Usually with these medications an inhaler is also prescribed.[*]Isn't it amazing how much information can be transferred through a single page?[*]So much stands to gain, and to lose about Bronchitis Acute Bronchitis through a single page.[*]Along side, antihistamines must also be prevented as these can worsen the cough of the child. 15.[*]In order to avoid recurring acute bronchitis for the child, you must ensure that the child washes his hands well regularly.[*]Runny nose ii.[*]Followed by cough iii.[*]Slight fever iv.[*]Experiencing pain in the back & muscle area v.[*]Sore throat vi.[*]Getting chills It is always better to use simple English when writing descriptive articles, like this one on Bronchitis Common.[*]It is the layman who may read such articles, and if he can't understand it, what is the point of writing it?[*]To verify the ailment developing in the child, the following tests are referred to by the medical practitioners: i.[*]Blood tests ii.[*]X-ray of the chest :o[/list]

Bronchitis must not be taken lightly as this ailment can also lead to other severe conditions like pneumonia. Whenever your child experiences cough or cold, rather than thinking it to be a simple phase take it seriously and consider a visit to your physician as it might get dangerous for the child leading to bronchitis!

Though among children bronchitis is certainly not a chronic ailment, the parents and/or caregivers must essentially acquire the knowledge on the disease. This way they would be able to help their child better while the child suffers a bronchitis attack.

Case you notice the symptoms given above in the children, the experts say, it is high time that you should take the child to the physician. Initially the doctor does a physical examination and refers to the child's medical history to conclude whether he is suffering with the said ailment or not.

[list][*]To relieve the child's fever and the feeling of discomfort, analgesics are also a part of the prescription. 13.[*]The parents and/or caregivers must note that hey should not give aspirin to the child who is suffering with bronchitis.[*]This can lead to devastating results and other ailments like Reye's syndrome.[/list]

Vii. Malaise 7. In the early stage of acute bronchitis, the child suffers with dry & unproductive cough. This later on develops in to copious cough all filled with mucus. In some cases, the child vomits or gags as he/she coughs. It is rather inviting to go on writing on Acute Bronchitis. however as there is a limitation to the number of words to be written, we have confined ourselves to this. However, do enjoy yourself reading it.

Has it ever happened to you to believe that just when you were about to recover from a cold or even the flu an annoying cough and some pain in your chest start to develop? You might be inclined to believe that the cold has come back again and it was not really over. Well, that is not the problem. What you might feel is only the beginning of acute bronchitis. With bronchitis, chills and a mild fever will also appear.

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[size=large][b]Bronchitis is Usually the Result of a Cold[/b][/size][hr]This happens because the same virus that causes the flu, also causes bronchitis. Furthermore, almost any infection in the respiratory system leads to bronchitis. This condition, bronchitis can be of two types: acute bronchitis or chronic bronchitis. Acute bronchitis is a milder illness that affects the inner portion of the bronchial tubes. As a result of bronchitis, these airways become inlamated or even infected. People suffer from a cold very often, but not so after do they develop bronchitis afterwards. However, almost everyone has had bronchitis once in his/ her life. Acute bronchitis is a very mild illness that usually pases on it' s own. The majority of bronchitis cases last about one week. Acute bronchitis also does not leave effects. However, the cough, which is the trade mark of bronchitis may last a few weeks longer, after your bronchitis has healed. Br careful, though, because if you have bronchitis, even acute bronchitis, quite often, this may lead to We have to be very flexible when talking to children about Bronchitis Symptoms. They seem to interpret things in a different way from the way we see things!

[size=large][b]Other Serious Problems[/b][/size][hr]Chronic bronchitis or asthma may be the follow- ups of acute bronchitis. The symptoms of acute bronchitis are similar to those of the cold. The first bronchitis sign that one will surely have is coughing. If the cough also brings mucus, green or yellow, that there is no doubt that you have acute bronchitis. The mucus that you coygh when you have bronchitis does not come from the stomach, but it is produced by the airways. In normal health conditions, your airways produce mucus, but it does not come up because they are always swallows with the saliva. When you have bronchitis, the airways are inflamed and thus, the mucus accumulates. Furthermore, in bronchitis cases your body also produces more mucus. When you cough, the primary bronchitis symptom, the mucus comes up. If it is also other color but white, besides bronchitis, you might have another infection. However, not in all bronchitis cases, sputum is produced. Our dreams of writing a lengthy article on Bronchitis Mucus has finally materialized Through this article on Bronchitis Mucus. however, only if you acknowledge its use, will we feel gratitude for writing it!

Is quite common for cats to present to veterinary clinics with a chronic cough or wheeze. The problem may be constant or just recur from time to time, and can range from mild to severe. Clinically the disease may resemble human asthma, but the term feline asthma can be misleading as there are a number of different possible causes. Here we look at what those underlying causes can be, and the different forms of treatment available to affected cats.

[size=large][b]Spacer Devices[/b][/size][hr]A spacer device consists of a chamber into which the aerosol drug is released at one end, with a mask at the other end which fits snugly over the cats mouth and nose. Human baby spacer devices (e.g. Babyhaler) can be easily adapted for cats. Alternatively, veterinary spacers specifically designed for cats are now on the market (e.g. Aerokat). The spacer should be held over the cats nose and mouth for about 30 seconds to ensure complete delivery of the drugs. It should be remembered that aerosol steroid therapy can take up to 2 weeks to reach full effect, and if the cat has been on oral steroids previously, these should be phased out slowly during these initial 2 weeks.

Diagnosis 1. Clinical examination The first step in the diagnostic protocol is a thorough clinical examination by a veterinarian. This should localize the origin of the disease to the upper airways, lower airways or pleural space. If the cat is found to have pleural disease, a needle may be inserted straight away to remove either air or a sample of the effusion for both diagnosis and short term treatment of the respiratory distress. Did you ever believe that there was so much to learn about Chronic Bronchitis? Neither did we! Once we got to write this article, it seemed to be endless.

[size=large][b]Removal or Avoidance of Potential Allergens[/b][/size][hr]House dust mite allergy must be excluded by spraying the house with an acaricidal product. 4. Chronic therapy for the underlying condition. For long term treatment of cats with feline asthma, a combination of steroids and bronchodilators are a popular choice. Steroids reduce the inflammation and lower mucus production, and can limit long term consequences such as fibrosis. Bronchodilators are most useful when there is airway spasm. Traditionally, medication has been given orally via tablets, but over the last few years, metered dose inhalers such as the ones used for human asthma have come on the market. Every cloud has a silver lining; so consider that this article on Infectious Bronchitis to be the silver lining to the clouds of articles on Infectious Bronchitis. It is this article that will add more spice to the meaning of Infectious Bronchitis.

Bronchodilator drugs used in inhalers include Salbutamol and Salmeterol. Salbutamol is very fast acting and therefore useful in a crisis caused by spasm of the bronchi. However, it only lasts for about 30 minutes and is therefore unsuitable for chronic therapy as frequent dosing is required. Salmeterol on the other hand is longer acting, and lasts for about 12 hours so twice daily dosing is possible. Salmeterol is better for long term control of mild to moderate asthma while Salbutamol is better for relief of acute bronchospasm.

[size=large][b]Lung Biopsy[/b][/size][hr]This is an invasive procedure that carries a significant risk to the patient. It is only indicated where diffuse cancer or extensive fibrosis is suspected, or in severe disease that responds poorly to treatment. We worked as diligently as an owl in producing this composition on Chronic Bronchitis. So only if you do read it, and appreciate its contents will we feel our efforts haven't gone in vain.

[size=large][b]Treatment Lifelong?[/b][/size][hr]Generally yes. Doses can often be reduced gradually once clinical remission has been achieved. As with many chronic conditions, complete control might not always be possible and an acceptable quality of life is the main aim of the treatment.

[list][*]Treatment The aims of treatment are as follows. 1.[*]Eliminate any suspected infectious agents.[*]This may be a sufficiently long course of antibiotics if bacterial infection is suspected, or a wormer such as fenbendazole if lungworm is suspected.[/list]

[size=large][b]The Pathology[/b][/size][hr]Little is known about the underlying causes or exacerbating factors in feline asthma. There may be an element of genetic predisposition. While chronic inhalation of airway irritants, such as smoking, has been shown to cause bronchitis in humans, this has not been studied in detail in cats. Likewise, allergens such as pollen, housedust mites, dander, fungal spores, dust and cat litter could all be implicated theoretically.

Cats usually present with one or all the following signs: CoughingWheezingDifficulty breathing A minority of cases will have the classic human status asthmaticus, rapid onset breathing difficulty due to severe narrowing of the bronchi. Cats tend to be middle aged or older, and Siamese cats may be more prone than other breeds.

To return to the comparison with human asthma, when trying to understand the underlying causes it is important to differentiate between asthma (constriction of the bronchi), chronic bronchitis (oversecretion of mucus with a chronic cough) and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Asthma is reversible bronchial constriction caused by eosinophil cells, whereas COPD is irreversible bronchial constriction involving neutrophil cells. Go ahead and read this article on Infectious Bronchitis. We would also appreciate it if you could give us an analysis on it for us to make any needed changes to it.

[list][*]Radiography The next test performed is usually thoracic radiography.[*]This is best performed under general anesthetic so there is lee chance for motion blur, though in acute situations this is not possible.[*]This is where the most meaningful information can be gained.[*]There is sure to be a grin on your face once you get to read this article on Infectious Bronchitis.[*]This is because you are sure to realize that all this matter is so obvious, you wonder how come you never got to know about it![*]The Seretide Evohaler is useful for cats requiring both steroid and bronchodilator therapy.[*]It contains salbutamol and fluticasone, a combination allowing minimal dosing frequency.[/list]

Bronchoscopy Bronchoscopy allows visualization of the larger airways, and assessment for increased mucus and inflammation. 4. Tracheal wash This involves injecting a small amount of saline into the trachea and immediately withdrawing it, and then examining the cells and debris harvested under a microscope. The more readers we get to this writing on Infectious Bronchitis, the more encouragement we get to produce similar, interesting articles for you to read. So read on and pass it to your friends.

Glucocorticoid drugs (steroids) used in inhalers include Beclometasone, Fluticasone and Budesonide. Beclometasone is cheap, but is rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream when you want it to hang around in the area where it applied. Fluticasone is more expensive, but tends to stay where you want it to. Budesonide is relatively inexpensive and though it is easily absorbed into the bloodstream, it tends to be removed the first time it goes through the liver. Variety is the spice of life. So we have added as much variety as possible to this matter on Infectious Bronchitis to make it's reading relevant, and interesting!

[size=large][b]Remove or Avoid Airway Irritants[/b][/size][hr]The most obvious one is ensuring the cat has no contact with cigarette smoke, and purchasing dust free cat litter. Reading is a habit that has to be cultivated from a small age. Only if one has the habit of reading can one acquire more knowledge on things like Chronic Bronchitis.
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