Acute Bronchitis

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    Acute bronchitis, also known as a chest cold, is caused by an infection (usually a virus) that leads to inflammation and mucus production in the large airways of the lungs. Symptoms of acute bronchitis include coughing, chest soreness, fatigue, headache, body aches, and a sore throat. Most cases of acute bronchitis resolve without treatment.

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