Bronchial

usgb/ˈbrɑːŋkiəl/
adjective

Related to the bronchi or bronchioles – the tubes carrying air from the throat to the lungs.

The doctor diagnosed him with a bronchial infection.
Visual representation of "bronchial" - Related to the bronchi or bronchioles – the tubes carrying air from the throat to the lungs.

Often appears as...

  • bronchial asthma
  • bronchial tubes

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Technical

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Medical Context

Use 'bronchial' when discussing conditions or anatomy related to the airways leading to the lungs.

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The X-ray showed her bronchial tubes were swollen.
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Specific Disorders

Mention 'bronchial' to refer to diseases like bronchitis or issues specific to the bronchi.

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She suffers from bronchial asthma, which can be triggered by pollen.
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Not General Breathing

'Bronchial' should not be confused with general breathing issues— it’s specific to the bronchi.

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His cough was deep and pointed to a possible bronchial blockage.
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