Chronic Bronchitis
How is the condition diagnosed?
Diagnosis of chronic bronchitis begins with a medical history and physical examination. Lung function tests can identify chronic bronchitis in Stage 0, even before the individual has symptoms. Lung function tests measure how much air a person can take in with a deep breath. They also measure how fast the person can push the air back out of the lungs. The healthcare provider may also order a chest X-ray and blood tests.
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