Hello doctor,I have chronic bronchitis. Now I have running nose and sneezes, please suggest long term goal and moreover what is the life expectancy for chronic bronchitis?
Hello. About chronic bronchitis, it is a part of a disease called COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). It is diagnosed by the history of heavy smoking, which is the most important factor in controlling the disease and prevention of complication. To prevent further deterioration, you must avoid smoking, and smokers are rapidly treated by systemic steroids and antibiotic. Smoking. Chest X-ray. Bronchial asthma, ILD (interstitial lung disease).