Cough
Coughing
is the body's way of getting rid of foreign matter from the lungs and
lower respiratory tract. Coughs can be brought on from cigarette smoke,
dust, exhaust fumes or food that has gone the wrong way. Another common
cause of coughing is from mucous build up after an infection such as a
cold or influenza. This can contribute to inflammation of the bronchi,
a condition known as acute bronchitis.
Chronic
bronchitis is caused by repeated irritation from smoking, foggy weather
and damp air, leading to an overproduction of mucous in the lungs. If
left untreated the mucous can get infected by bacteria and make it very
difficult to breath. This puts more strain on the heart, as oxygen supplies
are depleted.
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