How Bronchospasm Constrict the Airway?
A Bronchospasm Occurs When the Muscles That Line the Airways of the Lungs Constrict or Tighten, Reducing Airflow by 15 Percent or More. People with Asthma...
A bronchospasm occurs when the muscles that line the airways of the lungs constrict or tighten, reducing airflow by 15 percent or more. People with asthma, allergies, and lung conditions are more likely to develop bronchospasms than those without these conditions, as are young children and people over 65 years of age.
Does bronchospasm cause airway obstruction?
Bronchospasm is an abnormal contraction of the smooth muscle of the bronchi, resulting in an acute narrowing and obstruction of the respiratory airway. A cough with generalized wheezing usually indicates this condition.
What can cause the constriction of bronchial airways?
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These triggers may include:
- allergens.
- environmental pollutants.
- smoke.
- cold air.
- dry air.
- chemicals.
- respiratory infections.
- lung disease.
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