Common symptoms of Acute Bronchitis include:
- Persistent cough often lasting 1 to 3 weeks
- Sore throat
- Fatigue
- Chest soreness
- Mild headache
- Mild body aches
Acute bronchitis is a common condition that often lasts 1 to 3 weeks. It usually goes away on its own and antibiotics are not generally used. We recommend rest, increased fluid intake, cough suppressant, and pain reliever if needed.
If symptoms persist beyond 3 weeks and/or you notice the following symptoms, please schedule an appointment.
- Coughing up yellow or green mucus
- Runny and stuffy nose
- Chest congestion
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- Chest soreness
- Wheezing or whistling sound while breathing
- Low grade fever
We do not treat high fever, chest pain, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing. If you are experiencing these symptoms, seek emergency medical care immediately.