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on: Jun 27, 2018
What is a congenital condition in which tissue extends across the esophagus causing problems with swallowing?
 A) esophageal interposition
  B) esophageal anastomosis
  C) esophageal destruction
  D) esophageal web

Question 2

Explain the cause of chronic bronchitis and the symptoms associated with this disease.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

Chronic bronchitis is caused by exposure to bronchial irritants for a prolonged period of time. Symptoms of chronic bronchitis include severe, persistent cough, producing large amounts of discolored sputum.


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