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2. BACKGROUND: CHLORINEDiscovered in 1774 by Carl Wilhelm ScheeleThis element is a part of the halogen seriesforming salts. Important chemical in waterpurification.Chlorine is a toxic gas that irritates therespiratory system 3. DISEASE: ASMATHIC BRONCHITIS is an inflammatory airway condition that leads to tightening of the muscles around the airways and swelling, both of which cause the airways to narrowis an acute inflammation of the air passages within the lungs 4. Sign and symptoms 5. PREVENTION : Avoid exposure to irritants Avoiding long exposure to airpollution 6. DIAGNOSIS inflamed bronchial tubes along with thick, profusemucus Breathing becomes difficult Wheezing and other symptoms can last for weeks Other symptoms include fatigue, malaise, weaknessand weight loss 7. TREATMENT In the presence of a bacterial infection, antibioticsmay be prescribed. Drinking fluids is very important because fevercauses the body to lose fluid faster A cool mist vaporizer OTC cough suppressant Natural treatments