10 Acute Bronchitis Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #5: Chest Discomfort or Pain
Another common symptom of acute bronchitis is chest discomfort and even chest pain. Because of the inflammation of the bronchial tubes, normal breathing will be harder, which means that the lungs and the entire chest need to make more effort in order to provide the body with the necessary amount of oxygen.
Another reason why chest discomfort and pain develop is a persistent cough, which is a characteristic of acute bronchitis. Sore throat is another contributor of chest discomfort and pain.
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