bronchitis

IPA: brɑŋkˈaɪtʌs

(uncountable) An inflammation of the bronchi of the lungs, that causes the cilia of the bronchial epithelial cells to stop functioning.
(countable) An occurrence of, a case (patient) of, or a type of bronchitis.

Examples of "bronchitis" in Sentences

She missed a week of work due to a severe case of bronchitis that left her coughing and wheezing
The doctor prescribed antibiotics and rest to help her recover from the bronchitis quickly
Smoking can increase the risk of developing bronchitis and other respiratory illnesses
He struggled to breathe as the bronchitis caused inflammation in his airways
It's important to seek medical attention if you suspect you have bronchitis to prevent any complications