tracheobronchitis
/ˌtreɪkioʊbrɒŋˈkaɪtɪs/
noun
- Inflammation of both the trachea and the bronchi, often causing coughing and breathing difficulty.
- Her doctor prescribed an inhaler to help with the symptoms of tracheobronchitis.
- The patient was hospitalized with tracheobronchitis after a severe cold.
- Tracheobronchitis can be caused by viruses, bacteria, or irritants like smoke.