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Bronchitis is when the tiny tubes in your lungs called bronchi get sick and swollen. Just like when your nose gets stuffy when you have a cold, your bronchi can get stuffy too! This makes it hard for you to breathe and you might start coughing a lot. When you have bronchitis, you might also feel really tired and have a fever. But don't worry, with some rest and medicine, your bronchi will start to feel better soon!
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