Acute Bronchitis

Definition of Bronchitis

Type Clinical Features 
Acute Bronchitis 
  • Lower respiratory tract infection affecting large airways (eg, bronchi) 
  • No evidence of pneumonia 
  • No findings of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) 
Chronic bronchitis 
  • Subtype of COPD 
  • Cough lasting at least 3 months in 2 successive years 
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