Journal List Can Fam Physician v.54(2); 2008 Feb PMC2278319 As a library, NLM provides access to scientific literature. Inclusion in an NLM database does not imply endorsement of, or agreement with, the contents by NLM or the National Institutes of Health. Learn more: PMC Disclaimer | PMC Copyright Notice Can Fam Physician. 2008 Feb; 54(2): 238–239. PMCID: PMC2278319PMID: 18272643Graham Worrall, MBBS MSc MRCGP FCFPAuthor information Copyright and License information PMC DisclaimerDoes bronchitis really exist?Hueston et alAbout 5% of adults self-report an episode of acute bronchitis each year, and up to 90% of them seek medical advice. Viruses appear to be mainly responsible, causing up to 95% of cases of acute bronchitis in otherwise healthy adults. The viruses are the same as those that cause the common cold.Isolated bacteria are usually commensals from the oropharynx. Acute bronchitis is the fifth most common reason why adults see their GP; 5% of the adult population seeks medical ad...
