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Bronchitis

Bronchitis is an inflammation of the air passages between the nose and the lungs, including the windpipe or trachea and the larger air tubes of the lung that bring air in from the trachea (bronchi), restricting air flow to and from the lungs. Acute, or short term, bronchitis is usually a viral infection, but can also be a bacterial infection and can heal without complications. Chronic, or long term, bronchitis is a sign of serious lung disease that may be slowed, but cannot be cured.

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What is mercers disease?

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) are a type of staphylococcus or "staph" bacteria that are resistant to many http://wiki.answers.com/health-center/antibiotics-definition.aspx. Staph bacteria, like other kinds of bacteria, normally live on your skin and in your nose, usually without causing problems. MRSA is different from other types of staph because it cannot be treated with certain antibiotics such as methicillin.

Staph bacteria only become a problem when they cause infection. For some people, especially those who are weak or ill, these infections can become serious.

MRSA infections are more difficult to treat than ordinary staph infections. This is because the strains of staph that are known as MRSA do not respond well to many types of antibiotics, which are the types of medicines normally used to kill bacteria. When methicillin and other common antibiotic medicines do not kill the bacteria that is causing an infection, it becomes harder to get rid of the infection.

MRSA bacteria are more likely to develop when antibiotics are used too often or are not used correctly. Given enough time, bacteria can outsmart antibiotics so that these medicines no longer work well. This is why MRSA and other antibiotic-resistant bacteria are sometimes called "super bugs."

Why is bronchospasm contraindicated for suctioning?

Bronchospasm is contraindicated because the suction tubing when it comes into contact with the airway walls can cause further contraction of the airways and reduce the patients ability to breath more that the effect the mucus that the suctioning is trying to clear.

What does hepatomegaly with grade II fatty liver means?

it is the enlarge of liver due to e entry of fat from other parts of the body.

cure is strict diet control by avoiding fatty foods and consume fruits,whole wheat breadand other kinds of high fiber foods.

How does one know if the symptoms one is experiencing is bronchitis and not something different?

The only person qualified to offer a medical diagnosis is a medical doctor. Therefore, the only way a person would know if their symptoms was bronchitis or another illness would be to obtain a diagnosis from a qualified medical professional. Websites such as Web MD may offer information on illnesses, but they are also not qualified to diagnose.

Will excessive phlegm collection cause murmuring in chest?

Excessive phlegm collection will cause a wheezing or rales in the lungs. This can be heard while using a stethoscope. It is due to the alveoli "popping" open as they are expanding. Rales comes from the French and means rattle.

Is zithromax 250mg better for bronchitis than augmentin 875mg?

Bronchitis is almost always viral and does not get better faster with antibiotics. Talk to your health care provider for advice specific to your situation.

Can a person relapse from bronchitis?

an eight year old boy diagnosed with bronchitis today. has had it for at least 5 days. when can he resume playing football. can he have a relapse if he plays too soon?

Coughing up yellow phlegm when I first get up then white the rest of the day?

You should visit your doctor, particularly if this has been going on for several days. If you smoke, you should consider stopping.

Can metronidazole treat bronchitis?

Metronidazole can it treat Bronchitis

What causes heart gurgling?

A bad valve can cause this sort of sound.

What is biohazards in occupational environment?

Anything that is potentially infectious is a biohazard ie. blood, body fluids, micro organisms, Lyme disease etc.

Is broncitious contagious?

The answer is that acute forms of bronchitis are very contagious and could easily be spread to everyone you come in contact with. Bronchitis is not something you probably want to share. Bronchitis is broken down into two different types. The first you got acute bronchitis. This is the kind that makes bronchitis contagious, because it is caused by influenza, the common chest cold, or an infection. Commonly, what makes bronchitis contagious is an infection of some sort that causes wheezing, coughing, and hacking. This is very hard for people to work through. It can be very unnerving to have to suffer with bronchitis, contagious or not. The other kind of bronchitis is chronic bronchitis. This produces similar symptoms and signs as acute bronchitis, but is caused by different things. Smoking, second hand smoke, a virus, or something else. This usually isn't the kind of things that make bronchitis contagious. However, it's no less annoying. One thing that is common for both types of bronchitis is that antibiotics don't do any good. Quite simply, most bronchitis, contagious or not, is not affected by antibiotics. A virus causes acute bronchitis and antibiotics do nothing for viral infections. Antibiotics are useful for treating bacterial infections only, and on top of that, they're not good for your health. You could be causing more problems with your body. Antibiotics are even known to create more infections, and especially yeast infections. Usually, with bronchitis, contagious or chronic, there will be a dry cough at the beginning. This will soon turn into a 'wet' cough that is accompanied by fever, exhaustion and headaches. Your acute bronchitis can actually be contagious for as long as you are experiencing symptoms! Those who have bronchitis for 6 months or more should get checked for other serious health conditions. One way to deal with the antibiotic problem is to find a cure for your bronchitis that is all natural. This will ensure that you are not damaging your body with useless drugs. There are different natural remedies for bronchitis however, the best kind of natural treatment for bronchitis, contagious or chronic, is a blend of different natural ingredients that target the root causes. If you have chronic or acute bronchitis, tell your doctor to FORGET the antibiotics, and find something that will really work for you. http://ezinearticles.com/?Is-My-Bronchitis-Contagious?&id=695805

How do you know you have bronchitis?

When I got pneumonia earlier this year, I had a 'crackling' in my lungs and up my throat. Kind of a 'burbling'. I could compare it to feeling like there was 'pop rocks' in my throat when I was lying down. I have had chronic bronchitis my whole life and that was the first time I had those symptoms and the first time I ever got pneumonia.

How does atrophy differ from necrosis?

Atrophy is tired, lethargic, etc.

Necrosis is dying or dead