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Chronic Bronchitis

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Chronic Bronchitis Home Care: Warning Signs

Notify your doctor if you have chronic bronchitis and any of the following:

Coughing blood
Chest pain
Fever
Repeated vomiting
Worsening cough
Worsening difficulty breathing
Worsening wheezing

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Last Updated: Nov 5, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Chronic Bronchitis References:

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Schmier JK, Halpern MT, Higashi MK, Bakst A. The quality of life impact of acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis (AECB): a literature review. Qual Life Res. 2005 Mar;14(2):329-47.