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RespiratoryMildContagious
Bronchitis
Pulmonology · Respiratory
Mild
Severity
Very common — acute bronchitis is one of the most frequent respiratory illnesses seen in outpatient settings
Prevalence
Yes
Contagious
Pulmonology
Specialist
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🔬Causes & Risk Factors
- 1Acute bronchitis is most commonly caused by viral infections similar to those causing the common cold
- 2spreading through respiratory droplets and close contact. Chronic bronchitis is primarily caused by long-term exposure to irritants
- 3especially cigarette smoke
- 4but also air pollution and occupational dust or chemical fumes. Recurrent respiratory infections and pre-existing lung conditions can increase susceptibility to both forms.
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