[Protocol diagnosis and empirical treatment of acute bronchitis].

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MedicineMartínez Meñaca A, Agüero Balbín R, Mora Cuesta V M, et al.Published 11/1/2014Last synced 6/13/2026Status: syncedPMID: 32287900DOI: 10.1016/S0304-5412(14)70868-6

Acute bronchitis is an inflammatory disease of the highest caliber area that appears most frequently in cold months, affecting up to 5 % of the adult population. Clinically characterized by cough, may be associated with purulent sputum, and in some cases self-limiting existing bronchial hyperreactivity. Systemic antibiotics for treatment is not recommended.

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