Acute bronchitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is acute bronchitis?
A
Self-limiting lower respiratory tract infection causing inflammation of the bronchi
2
Q
What are the causes of acute bronchitis?
A
Most Viral: Corona Rhino RSV Adeno
3
Q
What is the pathophysiology acute bronchitis?
A
Acute inflammation of bronchial wall
Leads to ↑mucus production & oedema
Leads to productive cough
4
Q
What are the Sx of acute bronchitis?
A
Cough lasts <30d
Productive
Worse on evening, with exercise
Fever
5
Q
How is acute bronchitis investigated?
A
Clinical diagnosis
Consider: PFT, CXR, CRP
6
Q
How is acute bronchitis treated?
A
Supportive
SIGNIF WHEEZE: Salbutamol
