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Bronchitis Signs and Symptoms

September 1, 2008 · Filed Under Bronchitis 

 

Much like many other health problems, having an understanding of the significance of  associated signs and symptoms, can greatly assist in quick and successful treatment. This article looks at the most common signs and symptoms associated with Bronchitis.

Colds and coughs are a common illness for many people, but if the condition lasts for more than a week it might be considered as bronchitis. When there is a respiratory illness where in the bronchial tubes of the lungs are irritated and swollen accompanied with pain it can be identified as bronchitis.

There are two types of bronchitis. The first one is usually caused by a viral infection and usually arises after a sore throat or cold and only lasts from one to two weeks. This is termed acute bronchitis.

 

There are common symptoms of acute bronchitis that you need to be aware of:

  • Throbbing cough – a cough with a sudden contraction of the chest which makes a distinct sound.
  • Runny nose – considered as one of the more common irritations of people with acute bronchitis.
  • Wheezing – a sound that can be heard when a person with acute bronchitis is breathing.
  • Sore throat – throat pain and itch.
  • Repeated headache – a condition where the pain is commonly felt in the head, neck and back.
  • Chills – this condition may be accompanied with quivering and paleness and in some cases it can arise with a sudden increase of temperature.
  • Slight fever – in acute bronchitis there is an abnormal elevation of bodily temperature.
  • Malaise – feeling of discomfort when there is acute bronchitis.
  • Back and muscle pain – soreness of bones in the back and muscle.

 

To find out the most common signs and symptoms of Chronic Bronchitis be sure to visit part 2 of this article and Bronchitis Symptoms website.

 

Yours in Good Health

 


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