Physical examination folled by blood test, sputum culture test and PFT can help with diagnosis. Chest x ray can help in making sure that you have not got pneumonia

Since the oxygen supply is limited to all the organs within the body in case of bronchitis, there is a chance that there might be difficulty in breathing. Tiredness is very common and even the smallest physical activity can make the patient feel exerted

Recovery is initiated with rest and proper home care. Substantial increase in fluid intake is essential. Analgesics, antipyretics, bronchodilators, corticosteroids and inhalers can help

Bronchitis has proven to be contagious till the point when the symptoms of the ailment are seen. But you can take antibiotics and alleviate the symptoms. This in turn can bring a reduction in the intensity of contagiousness

Bronchitis is transmitted when an infected individual coughs or sneezes. The pathogens then get spread into the air. This air when inhaled by other individuals becomes a carrier for this infection. Contaminated surfaces and items handled by patients can also spread the infection with ease

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

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

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

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

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