tracheobronchitis

/ˌtreɪkioʊbrɒŋˈkaɪtɪs/
noun
  1. 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.