What should be paid attention to in acute bronchitis?

Written by Han Shun Li
Pulmonology
Updated on September 05, 2024
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Acute bronchitis is one of the common respiratory diseases, clinically characterized by symptoms such as fever, cough, and expectoration. For those afflicted with acute bronchitis, it's important to rest, drink plenty of water, avoid exhaustion, eat light meals, quit smoking, and ensure the room is well-ventilated. These measures are beneficial for the recovery from acute bronchitis. Additionally, it's vital to follow the doctor's advice for active medication. If there is a bacterial infection, sensitive antibiotics should be used under the guidance of a physician. Furthermore, under medical guidance, medications to suppress cough, facilitate expectoration, and relieve asthma should be used. Generally, with bronchitis, the prognosis is good, and timely treatment can bring the condition under control.

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What to eat with acute bronchitis

For the diet of acute bronchitis, one should choose light, soft foods that are rich in vitamins and have a higher fiber content, such as fruits and vegetables. During a fever, the diet should primarily consist of liquid or semi-liquid foods, such as vegetable soup, millet porridge, dumpling soup, noodles, etc. Remember, during the acute phase of inflammation, do not consume overly greasy or high-calorie foods, avoid large amounts of meat and fish, and also refrain from smoking and drinking alcohol. Drink plenty of water, maintain fresh indoor air, and ensure proper ventilation and disinfection of indoor air.

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Is acute bronchitis severe?

Acute bronchitis is an acute infectious disease of the respiratory tract that requires timely treatment. If not treated promptly, it may turn into chronic bronchitis or cause other complications, which are detrimental to health. Therefore, it is important to detect and treat the disease early. If the infection is due to Streptococcus pneumoniae or diplococcus, intravenous drip of penicillin antibiotics can be administered. During the acute phase, it is also advisable to choose antipyretic medications, as well as medications to dilute sputum and relieve bronchial smooth muscle spasms for symptomatic treatment. Early detection and treatment can help prevent complications.

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Is acute bronchitis contagious?

Is acute bronchitis contagious? First, we need to understand what is acute bronchitis. What factors can cause acute bronchitis? It is currently believed that many factors including biological, physical, chemical irritants, or allergies can lead to acute bronchitis. Among these factors, biological factors are the most common, especially infections by microbes, which include viruses, bacteria, mycoplasma, and chlamydia. These can potentially be transmitted to other people through droplets or other methods. Common agents include influenza viruses and chlamydia. Other factors can also cause bronchitis, such as cold air, irritant gases, or smoke irritation, as well as allergens like pollen and dust. These cases generally are not transmitted by infection, so they do not spread to other people.

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Does acute bronchitis cause fever?

First, we need to know that acute bronchitis refers to the acute inflammation of the bronchial mucosa caused by biological, physical, chemical stimulation, or allergens. The main symptoms in most patients are cough and expectoration. The cough usually presents as a dry cough or a small amount of viscous sputum. Over time, the amount of sputum may increase, or the cough may worsen. A small proportion of patients may have bloody sputum. The cough and expectoration can last for two to three weeks, and in very rare cases, some patients may develop chronic bronchitis if the condition does not resolve. However, for most patients, the primary manifestations are still localized, that is, symptoms like cough and sputum. Systemic symptoms, such as fever, generally present mildly.

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The difference between bronchitis and tracheitis.

Bronchitis and tracheitis are not standardized diagnoses. For bronchitis, it often refers to acute bronchitis, while tracheitis often refers to chronic bronchitis. Acute bronchitis is an infectious respiratory disease, which mostly presents with symptoms of coughing, and may also be accompanied by sputum production and chest tightness. However, the condition of the patient is usually completely curable. Chronic bronchitis, on the other hand, is a chronic respiratory disease. This condition can manifest as chronic cough, sputum production, and chest tightness, and the patient's condition may progress gradually, even possibly complicating with chronic respiratory failure and cor pulmonale. Therefore, chronic bronchitis and acute bronchitis are two completely different diseases. Additionally, it is important to note that sometimes bronchitis may also refer to chronic bronchitis, and tracheitis may also refer to acute bronchitis, so it is impossible to completely distinguish between bronchitis and tracheitis.