Irritated bronchial tubes
What happens when the bronchial tubes are inflamed?
When the bronchial tubes that carry air deep into your lungs become inflamed, the inner lining swells and grows thicker, narrowing the breathing passages. These irritated membranes also secrete extra mucus, which coats and sometimes clogs the small airways.
What is acute bronchitis?
Acute bronchitis is the sudden onset of inflammation in the major airways (bronchial tubes) of the lungs. It usually starts with an infection in the nose or throat which then travels to the bronchial tubes. When the body tries to fight the infection, it causes these tubes to swell which triggers you to cough.
Where are the bronchial tubes located?
The bronchial tubes are located at about the center of a person’s chest. They connect to an upper portion of the lungs, known as the hilum. The bronchial tube that branches to the right is shorter than the one that goes to the left.
Why are my bronchial tubes twitchy?
The bronchial tubes in asthma are said to be "twitchy" or easily sent into spasm or narrowing. What makes the bronchial tubes "twitchy" or vulnerable to a variety of stimuli in the world around us-whether it be dust or exercise or cat dander or cold air-is thought to be the persistent presence of inflammation in the bronchial tubes.
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constantly irritated and inflamed. This causes the lining to thicken. Lots of thick mucus forms in the airways, making it hard to breathe. Most people who have COPD have a variable combination of both emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Thus, the general term “COPD” is more accurate. Some people who have asthma can also develop COPD.
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Bronchial tubes that are chronically inflamed may become overly sensitive to allergens (specific triggers) or irritants (nonspecific triggers). The airways may become "twitchy" and remain in a state of heightened sensitivity. This is called "bronchial hyperreactivity" (BHR). It is likely that there is a
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Basic Anatomy Airway clearance Your airways or breathing tubes have a natural defense mechanism A thin layer of mucus Small hairs called cilia The mucus layer and cilia work together to help sweep irritants out of your lungs Who typically has problems with too much mucus?
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Bronchitis (bron-KI-tis) is a condition in which the bronchial tubes, the tubes that carry air to your lungs, become inflamed. People who have bronchitis often have a cough that brings up mucus. Mucus is a slimy substance made by the lining of the bronchial tubes.
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in the major airways (bronchial tubes) of the lungs. It usually starts with an infection in the nose or throat which then travels to the bronchial tubes. When the body tries to fight the infection, it causes these tubes to swell which triggers you to cough. Acute bronchitis is temporary and usually does not cause any permanent
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normal. It’s caused by irritated bronchial tubes. A cough can remove mucus from the lungs faster than cilia. The last of the common methods used by the lungs to protect themselves can also create problems. The airways in the lungs are surrounded by bands of muscle. When the lungs are irritated (sore),
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