How long are you contagious when you have bronchitis?

Angela · Guest

My stepson was diagnosed with bronchitis and the doctor said the antibiotics that he was on wasn't strong enough to help him. The doc also said that it is possible for my stepson to develop walking pneumonia. I don't think my stepson needs to be coming over to our house until he is better because we have a one year old. Mu husband thinks his son wont spread his illness to our one year old. How do I know if my stepson is still contagious or not and should he stay with his mother until he is better? I need help.

Guest · Guest

I was diagnosed with bronchtis today and asked my doctor a similar question. He told me that I am not highly contagious (it's not airborne) so that I should wash my hands frequently, don't share beverages and foods, avoid kissing etc. He also said that I should only be contagious for 3-5 days. Hope this helps.

How long are you contagious when you have bronchitis?

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