bronchitis?

[INDEPENDENT]

i think i may have bronchitis...would i have to miss class for that...is it severly contagious?i dont smoke.and i had a cold and it turned ino bronchitis

[SDjenna]

yes, I'm pretty sure it is and you'll need antibiotics.

[Smart Cookie]

Nope--unless it's a cold that turns INTO bronchitis or pneumonia it's not contagious. Good news is that in any case it can be treated with antibiotics. I'm pretty sure that you can go to school without sharing:) Just make sure to drink plenty of water and if you're a smoker--try to limit how many times you light up. The nicotine could worsen your condition.Good luck and feel better!