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Does Penicillin Cure Chronic Bronchitis?
Bronchitis - chronic
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There is no cure for chronic bronchitis. The goal of treatment is to relieve symptoms and prevent complications. It is crucial to quit smoking to prevent chronic bronchitis from getting worse. Any other respiratory irritants should be avoided.
Inhaled medications that dilate (widen) the airways and decrease inflammation may help reduce symptoms such as wheezing.
Antibiotics may be prescribed for infections as needed.
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Chronic bronchitis
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Chronic bronchitis is an inflammation of the main airways in the lungs that continues for a long period or keeps coming back. Alternative Names ... Read more »
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Chronic bronchitis
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