Lung & breathing

What are the symptoms of bronchitis?

Bronchitis is an infection of the airways; main symptoms include a cough (with or without sputum), wheezing, fever, shortness of breath and chest tightness. Watch pulmonologist Brian Gelbman, MD, discuss the symptoms that could point to bronchitis.


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