What distinguishes the obstruction in asthma from that in chronic bronchitis?
What distinguishes the obstruction in asthma from that in chronic bronchitis?
Asthma and chronic bronchitis are respiratory disorders characterized by inflammation of the airways. The airways swell up, leading to difficulty in the passage of air into the lungs. Similar symptoms are observed in both disorders.
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Asthma |
Chronic bronchitis |
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The symptoms include coughing, shortness of breath, and wheezing. |
The symptoms include chills, malaise, headache, cough with mucous, soreness, or tightness in the chest. |
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Unknown agents cause it. It is a type of allergy caused by agents. |
Viruses and gastroesophageal reflux disease cause them. |
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Gene changes and environmental triggers allergy-like pollen and dust. |
Tobacco and smoke cause bronchitis. |
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The treatment is not devised. |
The treatment includes plenty of fluids, plenty of rest, and cough medicines. |
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