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Asthma (Pathophysiology (Smooth muscle constriction of bronchial airway…
Asthma
Pathophysiology
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Excessive production of thick, whitish bronchial secretions
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Diagnostic Testing
NAEPP guidelines recommend a detailed history, physical examination and spirometry to determine reversible disease
Medical history
To identify symptoms, triggers and severity
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Physical examination
Upper respiratory tract, chest, skin
PFT
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Diagnosis of asthma requires that the airway obstruction be reversible. Spirometry measurements are preformed before and after inhalation of a short-acting bronchodilator > 12% increase establishes reversibility
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Chronic inflammatory disease characterized by airway inflammation, intermittent airflow obstruction, and bronchial hyerresponsiveness