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What Are Signs Of Bronchitis?
Bronchitis - chronic
Symptoms
- Cough that produces mucus (sputum), which may be blood streaked
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Shortness of breath aggravated by exertion or mild activity - Frequent
respiratory infections that worsen symptoms -
Wheezing - Fatigue
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Ankle, foot, and leg swelling that affects both sides - Headaches
Signs and tests
To be diagnosed with chronic bronchitis, the cough and excessive mucus...
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Acute Bronchitis
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Acute bronchitis
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Bronchitis
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Chronic bronchitis
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Chronic bronchitis
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