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  2. Asthma - Wikipedia

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    Asthma is a common long-term inflammatory disease of the airways of the lungs. [4] Asthma occurs when allergens, pollen, dust, or other particles, are inhaled into the lungs, causing the bronchioles to constrict and produce mucus, which then restricts oxygen flow to the alveoli.

  3. Pathophysiology of asthma - Wikipedia

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    However, asthma is rarely the only symptom, and not all people with food or other allergies have asthma [17] Sulfite sensitivity Asthma can occur in reaction to ingestion or inhalation of sulfites, which are added to foods and wine as preservatives. [18] Salicylate sensitivity Salicylates can trigger asthma in sensitive individuals. Salicylates ...

  4. Asthma-COPD overlap - Wikipedia

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    ACO presents with symptoms of both asthma and COPD. [1] ACO presents in adulthood, usually after the age of 40 (after there has been significant tobacco smoke or other toxic fumes exposure), with symptoms of dyspnea (shortness of breath), exercise intolerance, sputum production, cough and episodes of symptomatic worsening known as exacerbations.

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    My brother’s wife had suffered with asthma her whole life. As she got older the damage to her lungs had progressed to the point where she was on oxygen all the time. A few years ago she kept ...

  6. Obstructive lung disease - Wikipedia

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    Asthma is an obstructive lung disease where the bronchial tubes (airways) are extra sensitive (hyperresponsive).The airways become inflamed and produce excess mucus and the muscles around the airways tighten making the airways narrower.

  7. Respiratory arrest - Wikipedia

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    Obstructive conditions of the lower airway, including severe asthma or COPD episodes, can also lead to respiratory arrest. During these episodes, known as exacerbations, airway resistance is increased due to inflammatory changes in the lungs. This leads to increased work of breathing and decreased oxygen delivery to tissue.

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