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What is the primary manifestation of asthma?
What is the primary manifestation of asthma?
Which of the following is NOT a predisposing factor for asthma?
Which of the following is NOT a predisposing factor for asthma?
What are the triggers of asthmatic symptoms?
What are the triggers of asthmatic symptoms?
What is the main cause of the manifestations of asthma?
What is the main cause of the manifestations of asthma?
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Which of the following is a histamine releaser that can trigger asthmatic symptoms?
Which of the following is a histamine releaser that can trigger asthmatic symptoms?
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Study Notes
Asthma Overview
- Primary manifestation of asthma is airway inflammation, leading to difficulty in breathing due to narrowed airways.
Predisposing Factors
- Genetic predisposition, environmental allergens, and respiratory infections contribute to the likelihood of developing asthma.
- Certain factors such as obesity or exercise are NOT universally recognized as predisposing factors for asthma.
Triggers of Asthmatic Symptoms
- Common triggers include pollen, pet dander, dust mites, smoke, chemical fumes, and respiratory infections.
Main Cause of Manifestations
- The main cause of asthma manifestations is bronchoconstriction, which occurs due to chronic inflammation and hyperresponsiveness of the airways.
Histamine Releasers
- Certain substances, like allergens or specific food additives, act as histamine releasers that can provoke asthmatic symptoms. Examples include certain shellfish and additives like sulfites.
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Description
Test your knowledge on bronchial asthma with this quiz covering its definition, clinical syndrome, and manifestations. Brush up on your understanding of the respiratory module in the pharmacology department with questions created by Prof. Dr. Hisham A. Alshekhepy, Chairman & Professor of Pharmacology at the Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University.
