Chronic bronchitis causes

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Tobacco smoking is the most common cause.[1] Pneumoconiosis and long-term fume inhalation are other causes.[1] Allergies can also cause mucus hypersecretion, thus leading to symptoms similar to asthma or bronchitis.[citation needed]

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