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Is bronchitis something that develops from a cold, or is it its own infection? do people catch bronchitis or just the cold from the sick person?

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Bronchitis: is an inflammation of the bronchial tubes and can be caused by multiple issues: viral infection, bacterial infections, exposure to irritants, asthma, allergies, or genetic factors; therefore, it requires a medical examination and if necessary, testing and x-rays.

Answered 11/2/2016

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