Chronic bronchitis

Therapeutic area
Pulmonology
Rare disease
No

Definition
A type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease characterized by chronic inflammation in the bronchial tree that results in edema, mucus production, obstruction, and reduced airflow to and from the lung alveoli. The most common cause is tobacco smoking. Signs and symptoms include coughing with excessive mucus production, and shortness of breath.
Genetic basis
No
Non-human condition
No
Rare disease
No
Listing at source
Listed
Condition name
Chronic bronchitis
Therapeutic area
Pulmonology

  • chronic bronchitis
  • bronchitis, chronic

Disease mechanisms
  • Inflammatory
All therapeutic areas
  • Pulmonology
Severity
Moderate

MONDO ID
Parent condition
MONDO:0003781

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