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Symposium Chronic bronchitis: EVALUATION

Chronic bronchitis

Key points in evaluation

Pages 84-90 | Published online: 05 Dec 2017
 

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Wheezing, difficulty in breathing, and coughing that produces thick sputum are all symptoms of chronic bronchitis. Differentiating this very common disorder from other pulmonary diseases with similar symptoms can be difficult. What factors contribute to the disorder? What should be the focus of clinical evaluation? In this article, Drs Kronenberg and Griffith answer these and other questions relating to evaluation of chronic bronchitis.

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Richard S. Kronenberg

Richard S. Kronenberg, MD David E. Griffith, MD Dr Kronenberg (left) is professor of medicine and chairman, department of medicine, and Dr Griffith (right) is associate professor of medicine, University of Texas Health Center at Tyler.

David E. Griffith

Richard S. Kronenberg, MD David E. Griffith, MD Dr Kronenberg (left) is professor of medicine and chairman, department of medicine, and Dr Griffith (right) is associate professor of medicine, University of Texas Health Center at Tyler.

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