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The article was professionally consulted by Doctor Phan Dinh Thuy Tien - General Internal Medicine - Department of Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Nha Trang International General HospitalBronchitis is an increasingly common disease, especially in the elderly, children and even those with weakened immune systems. Treatment of bronchitis is not difficult, but without the right treatment regimen, it will cause dangerous risks for the patient. To avoid infection due to bronchitis, it is necessary to take effective preventive and preventive measures.
1. Bronchitis
Bronchitis is when the bronchial tubes that carry air to the lungs become inflamed and swollen and the illness ends with persistent cough and mucus symptoms.There are two types of bronchitis:
Acute bronchitis commonly known as a chest cold is a very common illness. Its symptoms lasted for several weeks but did not cause any problems. Chronic bronchitis: the disease in this condition is more serious. It will always come back when the conditions are right for it to grow and never completely heal.
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2. Risk factors for bronchitis
Smoking Has asthma and allergies Weak immune system. This condition often occurs in the elderly, people with medical conditions as well as infants and young children. Even having a cold can make bronchitis more likely. The risk of chronic bronchitis is higher in women who smoke or who have a family history of lung disease.3. Treatment of bronchitis
Most acute bronchitis goes away on its own within a few weeks. If the disease is caused by bacteria (very rare) your doctor may recommend antibiotics. If you have asthma, allergies, or wheezing, your doctor may recommend an inhaler. This will help open up the airways and make breathing easier.To ease symptoms of acute bronchitis do the following:
Drink lots of water, about 8-12 glasses a day to thin mucus and make coughing easier. Rest much. Use over-the-counter pain relievers such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen, but avoid aspirin in children. Alternatively, acetaminophen can be used to relieve pain and reduce fever. Use a humidifier or steam. Hot showers can be great for loosening mucus. Or breathe in the steam from hot water. Take an over-the-counter cough medicine. Some types, such as guaifenesin, can be taken during the day to loosen mucus, make it easier to cough, help loosen phlegm, and can release phlegm. For children, it is necessary to be treated and prescribed by a doctor when treating bronchitis. Treatment for chronic bronchitis is aimed at the symptoms of the disease and includes:
Using medicines such as antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs and bronchodilators to help open the airways. Use a mucus cleaner to make it easier to cough up liquids. Oxygen therapy can help you breathe better. Pulmonary rehabilitation. An exercise program and breathing exercises can be used to make breathing easier. Methods of treating bronchitis for young children:
For children under 1 year old: honey can be used to relieve cough. Or use a rubber suction bulb to clear up mucus and be cautious when using over-the-counter medications for children. Because, not all of these medicines are recommended for children of certain ages. Use pain relievers: Children 6 months and younger should take acetaminophen, and children over 6 months old can take acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Never give aspirin to a child because it can cause Reye's syndrome - a rare but very damaging disease of the liver and brain. Cough and cold medicine use: Children under 4 years of age should not use cough medicine unless prescribed by a doctor because overusing cough and cold medicine in young children can lead to serious and potentially dangerous side effects. life threatening. For children over 4 years old, you can discuss with your doctor about the safe use of cough and cold medicines for temporary relief of symptoms.
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4. Prevention of bronchitis
To reduce the risk of acute bronchitis or a chronic bronchitis flare:Stay away from smoke Get a flu vaccine because it can cause bronchitis due to the flu virus Get a pertussis vaccine Wash your hands often Regularly Wear a mask when exposed to many factors that affect the lungs. For example paint fumes... Some measures to prevent bronchitis in children:
Teach children to cover their nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing. Instruct children to wash their hands often. Get your child vaccinated, especially the seasonal flu shot every year. Vinmec International General Hospital is one of the hospitals that not only ensures professional quality with a team of leading doctors, modern equipment and technology, but also stands out for its examination and consulting services. and comprehensive, professional medical treatment; civilized, polite, safe and sterile medical examination and treatment space.
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Articles source references: cdc.gov, urmc.rochester.edu
