Asthma Vs COPD Flashcards
1
Q
What is asthma?
A
Common long-term inflammatory disease of airways
2
Q
What is asthma characterised by?
A
variable and recurring symptoms
reversible airflow obstruction
easily triggered bronchospasms
3
Q
What is the pathophysiology of asthma?
A
chronic inflammation of the conducting zone of the airways (most especially the bronchi and bronchiole s
4
Q
What cells are involved in the pathaphysiology of asthma?
A
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5
Q
What are the treatment options for asthma?
A
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6
Q
What is COPD?
A
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7
Q
What are 3 pathological features or conditions of COPD?
A
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8
Q
What is the pathophysiology of chronic bronchitis?
A
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9
Q
What is the pathophysiology of small airway disease?
A
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10
Q
What is the pathophysiology of emphysema?
A
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11
Q
What cells are involved in COPD?
A
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12
Q
Is asthma reversible?
A
Yes
13
Q
Is COPD reversible?
A
No
