Bronchitis is swelling and inflammation in the airways of the lungs. Symptoms can include cough with mucus, chest discomfort, fever, and/or extreme tiredness. It is often, but not always, caused by an infection, which can be due to bacteria or a virus. An antibiotic is taken if bacteria are causing the bronchitis. Generally an antibiotic is not prescribed if a virus is causing the bronchitis. This is because an antibiotic is not effective against a viral infection. When a virus is the cause it
I forgot to mention I had a PFT which revealed that my exhale was at 95% of someone of my gender and age, however, my inhale was only at about 60%. Could this be bronchitis?