Day: February 18, 2010

  • How is chronic bronchitis transmitted?

    Chronic bronchitis can be spread via the infected air particles that are often ejected by an infected person when he coughs or sneezes. It can also be spread via the close affiliation with the infected individual

  • How long does bronchitis last for

    Generally bronchitis lasts for few weeks. In other wise healthy people, it can be 2- 4 weeks. But in case if you have a suppressed body immunity, it can go on even for 8 weeks duration

  • Can mold cause bronchitis

    Mold is generally not a causative agent. But mold can cause allergy of the airways. This can turn out to be inflammation of the bronchial tubes and can be diagnosed as bronchitis

  • How long does acute bronchitis last

    Acute bronchitis can last for anything between 2-4 weeks. In case of people with suppressed immunity it might be even 8 weeks. Cough would persist even after those few weeks

  • Bronchitis self help

    Self help is initiated with rest and intake of fluids. Inhalers, hot baths and chamomile petals can also aid in relief. Further talk to your doctor for meddicines

  • How do i catch bronchitis

    Close association with infected people is the major cause. Over exposure to allergens and fumes can also cause this ihttp://whatiswalkingpneumonia.org/wp-admin/post-new.phpnfection. Contaminated items, utensils and surfaces can also be carriers

  • Can you swim in a lake with bronchitis

    It is very much possible. However, if you are still contagious, it is very likely that you might be spreading the infection to all others who come to the same pool for swimming

  • How contagious is bronchitis

    Bronchitis is contagious when you are in close association with the infected person. Inhaling the infected air particles that has particles ejected from the patients cough and sneeze can transmit this infection. Contaminated utensils, towels and other items can also be the carrier.

  • Is bacterial bronchitis contageous

    This type of bronchitis is contagious. It can get transmitted via infected air particles or via contaminated items and surfaces handled by infected patients. Isolation can help in prevention of the transmission

  • Bronchitis cough why worse at night?

    Cough that disturbs your sleep is definitely severe. Instant consultation at a clinic is essential. Otherwise, you might get into other COPD complications