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Asthma (1) (Signs and symptoms (Wheezing, Coughing, Shortness of breath,…
Asthma (1)
Asthma is a common chronic disease worldwide and affects approximately 26 million persons in the United States. It is the most common chronic disease in childhood, affecting an estimated 7 million children. The pathophysiology of asthma is complex and involves airway inflammation, intermittent airflow obstruction, and bronchial hyperresponsiveness.
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Pathophysiology
Airway inflammation
Acute, subacute, or chronic, and the presence of airway edema and mucus secretion
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Anatomy implicated
Some of the principal cells identified in airway inflammation include mast cells, eosinophils, epithelial cells, macrophages, and activated T lymphocytes
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