treatment of cough due to bronchitis in adults
January 2007
The American College of Chest Physicians is highlighting the appropriate treatment of cough due to bronchitis in adults.
Acute bronchitis affects about 5% of adults each year. The cough lasts up to 3 weeks and is only sometimes productive.
Viruses are the most common cause...bacteria account for less than 10% of cases. DON'T routinely recommend antibiotics.
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