How to completely cure bronchitis?

Written by Li Jiao Yan
Neonatology
Updated on September 16, 2024
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Bronchitis is an infection of the bronchial mucosa caused by various pathogens, often secondary to upper respiratory tract infections or as a manifestation of acute infectious diseases. It is a common respiratory disease in childhood, typically caused by viruses or bacteria, or a combination of both. The treatment mainly involves symptomatic management, and when necessary, anti-inflammatory treatment can be administered. For viral infections, symptomatic treatment is usually sufficient, generally involving the use of expectorants, or if there is severe wheezing, nebulized asthma medications may be needed. For those with allergic constitutions, appropriate use of anti-allergy medications can be considered. Treatment can also integrate unique approaches from traditional Chinese medicine. If there are clear signs of bacterial infection, antibiotic treatment is necessary, and the use of antibiotics is recommended to be carried out in hospitals, with doctors prescribing appropriate antibiotics for children based on their specific conditions.

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Written by Li Jiao Yan
Neonatology
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How to treat bronchitis in children

The main symptoms of bronchitis in children are coughing and excessive phlegm, and there may also be symptoms such as fever, vomiting, and diarrhea. Generally, when caring for a sick child at home, it’s important to pay attention to their diet. The diet should be light and easy to digest, with an appropriate increase in nutrition. Foods that are too sweet, too salty, or cold should be avoided. Also, avoid giving the child big tonic foods or foods that are rich and greasy, like fish, shrimp, or crab, which can cause allergies. Additionally, ensure the air has adequate humidity, typically maintaining it between 55%-65%. Let the child drink warm water frequently, change positions regularly, and pat their back to help expel phlegm. Proper rest is also important. If the child is really uncomfortable, has persistent coughing, or shows clear signs of fever and irritability, it is advised to go to the hospital promptly, so a doctor can assess the child’s condition and treat them accordingly.

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Written by Han Shun Li
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Is bronchitis contagious?

Bronchitis is a common disease clinically, typically presenting symptoms such as coughing, expectorating phlegm, chest tightness, etc. Whether this disease is contagious or not depends on specific analysis. If bronchitis is caused by physical, chemical factors, or allergies, it is not contagious. However, if it is caused by pathogenic microorganisms, it could be contagious. For example, bronchitis caused by influenza virus or Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection is infectious, and isolation should be considered.

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Written by Li Jian Wu
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Symptoms of bronchitis in children

Bronchitis tends to manifest suddenly and with typical symptoms in children compared to adults. In cases of acute bronchitis, it can lead to fever, chills, and fatigue. Typical respiratory symptoms include coughing, expectoration, and difficulty breathing. Severe cases may also show signs of oxygen deprivation such as cyanosis of the lips and changes in nail color; additionally, scattered dry rales can be heard in the lungs, and when there is more sputum, wet rales can be heard at the base of the lungs. It is necessary to promptly choose penicillin-type antibiotics to control the infection and use medications to dilute the sputum for symptomatic treatment. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a doctor based on specific conditions.)

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How to treat bronchitis in children?

For pediatric bronchitis, it is primarily important to determine the cause of the infection in the child and to treat the disease based on its cause. Choose corresponding sensitive antibiotics or antimicrobial drugs for treatment. If coughing and expectoration are severe, it may be necessary to use some antitussive and expectorant drugs. Moreover, if the child shows signs of wheezing or obvious suffocation, nebulized inhalation can be used for treatment to relieve symptoms. It is generally advisable to be cautious; if the baby shows signs of breathing difficulty, it is best to take the baby to the hospital for a chest X-ray. Typically, this will only reveal a coarse lung texture, but if the pathogen causing bronchitis in children is complex, then combined medication may be required for treatment.

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How is bronchitis treated?

In clinical settings, bronchitis is treated in two main ways. The first approach includes general and symptomatic treatment. The second and most crucial approach is the use of sensitive antimicrobial drugs to kill the pathogens and provide anti-inflammatory treatment. Increased water intake and the use of antipyretic analgesic drugs for fever symptoms are recommended. It is necessary to identify whether the infection is bacterial, viral, or mycoplasmal, and to use sensitive antimicrobial drugs to kill the pathogens. Once the inflammation subsides, the symptoms caused by bronchitis will gradually diminish and fade away.