10 Bronchitis Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #3: Runny Nose
In addition to a cough, bronchitis can present with a runny nose, which is more common in children. A runny nose has similar causes to a productive cough. It occurs when there is increased production of mucus by the mucus membranes lining the upper respiratory passageways, including the nasal cavity.
It is worth noting that as phlegm moves up from the bronchial tubes, it can irritate the throat and the nasal cavity, and cause increased mucus production. In most instances, the runny nose condition subsides within a few days even before the bout of bronchitis ends.
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