MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -Chronic bronchitis is defined clinically as persistent cough with sputum production for at least 3 months of the year, in at least 2 consecutive years. Clinically there are several forms of chronic bronchitis: Simple chronic bronchitis: Patients experience a productive cough but have no evidence of airflow obstruction.

Detailed explanation-2: -When we talk about the symptoms of respiratory diseases; cough, shortness of breath, chest pain and hemoptysis (blood in the sputum) are the predominant symptoms. The cough may present for a long time along with expectoration and sometimes hemoptysis.

Detailed explanation-3: -Asthma and COPD (emphysema or chronic bronchitis) The common cold and flu. Lung infections such as pneumonia or acute bronchitis. Sinusitis with postnasal drip.

Detailed explanation-4: -Chronic bronchitis is a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) that is defined as a productive cough of more than 3 months occurring within a span of 2 years. Patients typically present with chronic productive cough, malaise, and symptoms of excessive coughing, such as chest or abdominal pain.