Many children continue to experience respiratory symptoms up to 14 years after treatment for protracted bacterial bronchitis, ...

Background Chronic bronchitis (CB) is strongly associated with cigarette smoking, but not all smokers develop CB. We aimed to evaluate whether measures of structural airway disease on CT are ...

A recent national study revealed ongoing symptom burden and communication gaps in COPD care, and provided physicians with actionable improvement strategies.

In today’s modern world, pollution is a common thing, and it gives rise to some of the common respiratory illnesses. It was ...

Chest radiographs of 101 patients with chronic airflow obstruction were assessed for evidence of over-inflation (increased retrosternal space, low diaphragm, and increased total lung capacity), ...

COPD—which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema—is a progressive inflammatory lung disease that causes breathing problems.

COPD can manifest as chronic bronchitis, caused by persistent inflammation of the airways, and/or emphysema, caused by damage to the air sacs in the lungs that mediate gas exchange, known as the ...

Virtual pulmonary rehab programs offer a safe, effective way to manage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), especially for those needing oxygen support.

Increased perceived stress may cause worsened respiratory symptoms and decreased quality of life in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to a new study.

Emphysema Emphysema is one of the two diseases that comprise chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It may be accompanied by chronic bronchitis, an inflammatory condition characterized by ...

Chronic bronchitis is a form of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a progressive lung disease that develops over time. Treatment may involve home remedies along with your healthcare ...