Definition of Asthma

Question 1

definition of asthma

Answer 1

inflammatory disorder of the airways characterized by paroxysmal or persistent symptoms like: dyspnea, chest tightness, wheezing, sputum production, cough
- associated with variable airflow limitation and airway hyper responsiveness to endogenous/exogenous stimuli

Question 2

what are the three phases of asthma?

Answer 2

mild, moderate and severe

Question 3

what are the three types of symptoms for asthma?

Answer 3

transient, intermittent or persistent

Question 4

is lower airway obstruction reversible or irreversible in asthma?

Answer 4

reversible