Chronic bronchitis is mainly characterised by which change?

Correct answer B. Inflamed bronchi with excess mucus production and persistent coughing

Explanation

In chronic bronchitis the lining of the bronchi becomes inflamed, goblet cells enlarge and produce excess mucus, and damaged cilia cannot clear it, causing a long-lasting productive cough.

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