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Acute Bronchitis

Treatment & Monitoring

What are the treatments for the infection?

Treatment is aimed at relieving symptoms and may include the following:

pain medicine for minor discomfort and to reduce fever

cough suppressant

cough expectorant, to thin the mucus and make it easier to cough up

antibiotics, if the cause is bacterial

drinking plenty of fluids

increasing air moisture with the use of a cool-mist humidifier

stopping smoking while sick. Smoking delays recovery and makes complications more likely.

What are the side effects of the treatments?

Some people have allergic reactions to medicines or may get an upset stomach from them. Antibiotics may cause diarrhea as well.

What happens after treatment for the infection?

Once the person feels better, he or she is free to return to regular activities.

How is the infection monitored?

Once the person has recovered, no further monitoring is required unless there are repeated bouts of acute bronchitis or other serious medical problems. Any new or worsening symptoms should be reported to the doctor.

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