Case 2- Asthma Flashcards
1
Q
Define bronchial asthma
A
a disease characterised by the widespread narrowing of the peripheral airways- this varies in severity over time either spontaneously or in response to treatment
2
Q
What are some specific triggers of asthma?
A
excrete of house dust mites, pollens, exercise, emotions, cold air, respiratory tract infections, animal fur, fungal spores, pollutants
