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I was diagnosed with chronic bronchitis. what is it? i haven't smoked in 6 years.
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Bronchitis.: Chronic bronchitis is typcally seen in smoker, current or past. The mucous membrane lining of respiratory tract becomes more responsive by producing more secretions resulting in cough.
Answered 9/28/2016
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COPD...: Chronic bronchitis is a form of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. There is no cure and it is a slowly progressive disorder. There are treatments to control symptoms. You have already done the most important thing by quitting smoking. Follow your doctor's recommendations to control this disease.
Answered 9/28/2016
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