Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bronquite
Noun
/ˈbrɒŋˌkaɪtɪs/
Definition
Bronchitis is an inflammation of the bronchial tubes, which carry air to and from the lungs.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with bronchitis after experiencing a persistent cough for weeks.
- Chronic bronchitis can result from long-term exposure to pollutants and irritants in the environment.
- She was worried about her son’s bronchitis diagnosis because he had been wheezing and coughing a lot.
Meaning
Bronchitis often causes coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing, typically resulting from infections, smoking, or exposure to irritants.
Synonyms
- Chest cold
- Respiratory infection
- Bronchial inflammation