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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Eosinophilic bronchitis | |||
| image = [[File:Eosinophils_in_peripheral_blood.jpg|left|thumb|Eosinophils in peripheral blood]] | |||
| caption = Eosinophils in peripheral blood | |||
| field = [[Pulmonology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Chronic cough]], [[sputum]] production | |||
| complications = [[Airway hyperresponsiveness]], [[asthma]] | |||
| onset = Any age | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Allergic reaction]], [[environmental factors]] | |||
| risks = [[Atopy]], [[allergen exposure]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Sputum eosinophil count]], [[bronchoscopy]] | |||
| differential = [[Asthma]], [[chronic obstructive pulmonary disease]] | |||
| treatment = [[Inhaled corticosteroids]], [[leukotriene receptor antagonists]] | |||
| medication = [[Fluticasone]], [[montelukast]] | |||
| frequency = Common in patients with chronic cough | |||
}} | |||
'''Eosinophilic bronchitis''' is a respiratory condition characterized by chronic cough and airway inflammation without the presence of [[asthma]]. It is marked by the presence of [[eosinophils]] in the sputum, which are a type of white blood cell involved in allergic reactions and asthma. | |||
==Pathophysiology== | ==Pathophysiology== | ||
Eosinophilic bronchitis involves the inflammation of the airways, specifically the [[bronchi]], due to an increased number of eosinophils. Unlike asthma, eosinophilic bronchitis does not cause airway hyperresponsiveness or airflow obstruction. The exact cause of eosinophilic bronchitis is not well understood, but it is often associated with [[allergic rhinitis]] and other atopic conditions. | Eosinophilic bronchitis involves the inflammation of the airways, specifically the [[bronchi]], due to an increased number of eosinophils. Unlike asthma, eosinophilic bronchitis does not cause airway hyperresponsiveness or airflow obstruction. The exact cause of eosinophilic bronchitis is not well understood, but it is often associated with [[allergic rhinitis]] and other atopic conditions. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The primary symptom of eosinophilic bronchitis is a chronic cough that lasts for more than eight weeks. The cough is typically non-productive, meaning it does not produce mucus. Other symptoms may include: | The primary symptom of eosinophilic bronchitis is a chronic cough that lasts for more than eight weeks. The cough is typically non-productive, meaning it does not produce mucus. Other symptoms may include: | ||
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* Shortness of breath | * Shortness of breath | ||
* Chest tightness | * Chest tightness | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of eosinophilic bronchitis is made through a combination of clinical evaluation and diagnostic tests. These may include: | Diagnosis of eosinophilic bronchitis is made through a combination of clinical evaluation and diagnostic tests. These may include: | ||
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* [[Chest X-ray]] to exclude other causes of chronic cough | * [[Chest X-ray]] to exclude other causes of chronic cough | ||
* [[Allergy testing]] to identify potential triggers | * [[Allergy testing]] to identify potential triggers | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
The treatment of eosinophilic bronchitis typically involves the use of [[inhaled corticosteroids]] to reduce airway inflammation. Other treatments may include: | The treatment of eosinophilic bronchitis typically involves the use of [[inhaled corticosteroids]] to reduce airway inflammation. Other treatments may include: | ||
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* [[Antihistamines]] for associated allergic conditions | * [[Antihistamines]] for associated allergic conditions | ||
* Avoidance of known allergens | * Avoidance of known allergens | ||
==Prognosis== | ==Prognosis== | ||
The prognosis for eosinophilic bronchitis is generally good, especially with appropriate treatment. Most patients experience significant improvement in symptoms with the use of inhaled corticosteroids. However, the condition can be chronic and may require long-term management. | The prognosis for eosinophilic bronchitis is generally good, especially with appropriate treatment. Most patients experience significant improvement in symptoms with the use of inhaled corticosteroids. However, the condition can be chronic and may require long-term management. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Asthma]] | * [[Asthma]] | ||
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* [[Allergic rhinitis]] | * [[Allergic rhinitis]] | ||
* [[Eosinophilia]] | * [[Eosinophilia]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
{{Reflist}} | {{Reflist}} | ||
==External links== | ==External links== | ||
{{Commons category|Eosinophilic bronchitis}} | {{Commons category|Eosinophilic bronchitis}} | ||
[[Category:Respiratory diseases]] | [[Category:Respiratory diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Allergology]] | [[Category:Allergology]] | ||
[[Category:Pulmonology]] | [[Category:Pulmonology]] | ||
{{medicine-stub}} | {{medicine-stub}} | ||
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| Eosinophilic bronchitis | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Chronic cough, sputum production |
| Complications | Airway hyperresponsiveness, asthma |
| Onset | Any age |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Allergic reaction, environmental factors |
| Risks | Atopy, allergen exposure |
| Diagnosis | Sputum eosinophil count, bronchoscopy |
| Differential diagnosis | Asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Inhaled corticosteroids, leukotriene receptor antagonists |
| Medication | Fluticasone, montelukast |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common in patients with chronic cough |
| Deaths | N/A |
Eosinophilic bronchitis is a respiratory condition characterized by chronic cough and airway inflammation without the presence of asthma. It is marked by the presence of eosinophils in the sputum, which are a type of white blood cell involved in allergic reactions and asthma.
Pathophysiology[edit]
Eosinophilic bronchitis involves the inflammation of the airways, specifically the bronchi, due to an increased number of eosinophils. Unlike asthma, eosinophilic bronchitis does not cause airway hyperresponsiveness or airflow obstruction. The exact cause of eosinophilic bronchitis is not well understood, but it is often associated with allergic rhinitis and other atopic conditions.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of eosinophilic bronchitis is a chronic cough that lasts for more than eight weeks. The cough is typically non-productive, meaning it does not produce mucus. Other symptoms may include:
- Wheezing
- Shortness of breath
- Chest tightness
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of eosinophilic bronchitis is made through a combination of clinical evaluation and diagnostic tests. These may include:
- Sputum analysis to detect eosinophils
- Spirometry to rule out asthma
- Chest X-ray to exclude other causes of chronic cough
- Allergy testing to identify potential triggers
Treatment[edit]
The treatment of eosinophilic bronchitis typically involves the use of inhaled corticosteroids to reduce airway inflammation. Other treatments may include:
- Leukotriene receptor antagonists
- Antihistamines for associated allergic conditions
- Avoidance of known allergens
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for eosinophilic bronchitis is generally good, especially with appropriate treatment. Most patients experience significant improvement in symptoms with the use of inhaled corticosteroids. However, the condition can be chronic and may require long-term management.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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External links[edit]
