What should not be eaten with acute bronchitis?

Written by Hu Bai Yu
Pulmonology
Updated on May 29, 2025
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Acute bronchitis generally involves inflammation of the bronchi, typically caused by an acute infection. During this time, it's advised to avoid consuming spicy, greasy, raw, cold, and irritating foods. Additionally, it's important to avoid beverages containing alcohol, carbonated drinks, strong tea, coffee, and alcohol to minimize intake. Also, avoid foods that can cause allergies, such as mangoes, seafood, and insects, to prevent worsening the condition. It's recommended to drink plenty of water to facilitate excretion. Under the guidance of a doctor, actively cooperate with the treatment. During treatment, it's crucial not to smoke or drink alcohol, drink plenty of water, and consume fresh fruits and vegetables to supplement vitamins and enhance immunity, helping the disease to recover more quickly.

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Does acute bronchitis produce phlegm?

Acute bronchitis is characterized by the presence of phlegm and is caused by pathogen infections such as viruses, bacteria, mycoplasma, and chlamydia. These infections lead to congestion and edema in the airway mucosa. During this process, goblet cells proliferate, and mucus glands increase their secretion leading to an increase in phlegm. The excess phlegm can encapsulate pathogens and dust particles, which are then expelled from the body through the movement of cilia, a normal defensive response of the body. As the airway inflammation gradually improves, the amount of phlegm tends to decrease. If the phlegm is particularly viscous, treatment may include the use of medications that thin the phlegm to aid its expulsion.

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Nursing measures for acute bronchitis

If you are suffering from acute bronchitis, it is crucial to ensure proper care. First, observe the patient's body temperature to see if it has risen. If the temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees Celsius, it is time to take some antipyretic medications to reduce the fever. Additionally, employ physical methods to lower the temperature, drink more water, or use fever-reducing patches to achieve a cooling effect. Moreover, it is important to keep the bronchial tubes clear. If there is phlegm, it is best to expectorate it as much as possible to avoid blocking the bronchial tubes. Also, ensure to frequently ventilate the room to maintain fresh and flowing indoor air. Furthermore, allow the patient to rest more and avoid overexertion. Light, soothing aerobic exercise can be beneficial to enhance physical fitness. It is also important to keep warm and avoid exposure to cold and drafts, which could worsen the symptoms of acute bronchitis. Moreover, follow the doctor’s advice, cooperate actively with the treatment, and take medication as prescribed.

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Why does acute bronchitis make you feel so tired?

Acute bronchitis is very exhausting, and this condition is mainly caused by two reasons. First, it is due to inflammation. After the infection, it is not necessarily confined to the trachea; it can release cytokines and inflammatory mediators throughout the body. These cytokines and inflammatory mediators can cause inflammatory effects throughout the body, leading many patients to feel sore limbs and fatigue. Second, during acute bronchitis, there can be a manifestation of relative hypoxia in the body. This is due to the disease, because the trachea itself is responsible for breathing. When there is an issue, the respiratory function will definitely be impaired, so the body will also experience fatigue and weakness due to hypoxia. All these symptoms are related to bronchitis. Once the symptoms of bronchitis improve, these symptoms can also improve.

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Can acute bronchitis cause a fever?

Acute bronchitis can cause fever. In such cases, there is no need for excessive worry, as fever is a common symptom of acute bronchitis. It is advised to actively manage the fever. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, take antipyretic medication; otherwise, use physical methods to reduce fever, such as wiping the patient's limbs and back with a warm towel to cool down; you can also apply fever cooling patches, or take some antipyretic medication to treat and alleviate symptoms; applying a cold towel to the forehead can also achieve the purpose of cooling. Additionally, let the patient rest more, avoid excessive fatigue, drink more water to enhance excretion, and improve their own resistance. At the same time, follow a doctor’s guidance to actively treat the symptoms. As the onset of acute bronchitis is often sudden, it is advised to address the symptoms appropriately.

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What medicine is good for acute bronchitis?

Acute bronchitis is an acute inflammation of the bronchial mucosa, often caused by pathogenic microbial infections, as well as physical and chemical factors and allergic factors. Patients experience symptoms such as coughing, expectoration, fever, and wheezing. Generally, acute bronchitis does not require intravenous fluid treatment. It can be cured within two to three weeks through oral medication, such as oral anti-inflammatory drugs and oral cough suppressants and asthma relievers. However, in some cases, such as when symptoms are relatively severe, there is a bacterial infection, and oral medication is difficult, intravenous antibiotics can be considered for treatment.