Über die Bronchen..
Bronchitis is inflammation of the bronchi (large and medium-sized airways) in the lungs . [1] Symptoms include coughing up mucus , wheezing , shortness of breath , and chest discomfort. [1] Bronchitis is divided into two types: acute and chronic . [1] Acute bronchitis is also known as a chest cold. [1] Acute bronchitis usually has a cough that lasts around three weeks. [4] In more than 90% of cases the cause is a viral infection . [4] These viruses may be spread through the air when people cough or by direct contact. Risk factors include exposure to tobacco smoke , dust, and other air pollution . [1] A small number of cases are due to high levels of air pollution or bacteria such as Mycoplasma pneumoniae or Bordetella pertussis . [4] [5] Treatment of acute bronchitis typically involves rest, paracetamol (acetaminophen), and NSAIDs...