What is chronic obstructive bronchitis?
Chronic obstructive bronchitis, a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), is present when there is clinical evidence that airflow obstruction is present. It is preceded by chronic bronchitis, defined as a productive cough for at least 3 months total duration over 2 years.
How do members experience chronic obstructive bronchitis?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with chronic obstructive bronchitis*
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Fatigue
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Pain
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Shortness of breath (dyspnea)
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for chronic obstructive bronchitis*
Who has chronic obstructive bronchitis on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 4 | |
| 30s | 9 | |
| 40s | 17 | |
| 50s | 30 | |
| 60s | 28 | |
| 70+ | 29 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 29 | |
| Female | 87 |