6 Questions
What is a possible consequence of smoking on occupational lung disease?
It increases the risk
What is the main characteristic of asthma?
A chronic disease with narrowed and swollen bronchial airways
Which of the following is a common symptom of asthma?
Shortness of breath
What can trigger an asthma attack?
Pet hair, dust, smoke, pollen, mold, exercise, cold air, or stress
What is the name of the type of asthma that is caused by allergies?
Allergic asthma
What is the name of the type of asthma that is caused by physical activity?
Exercise-induced asthma
Study Notes
Smoking and Occupational Lung Disease
- Smoking increases the risk of occupational lung disease.
Asthma
- A chronic disease characterized by narrowed and swollen bronchial airways in the lungs, making it difficult to breathe.
- Symptoms include:
- Wheezing
- Coughing
- Tightness in the chest
- Shortness of breath
- Rapid breathing
- Asthma attacks can be triggered by:
- Pet hair
- Dust
- Smoke
- Pollen
- Mold
- Exercise
- Cold air
- Stress
Asthma Signs and Symptoms
- Shortness of breath
- Chest tightness or pain
- Wheezing when exhaling (common in children)
- Trouble sleeping due to shortness of breath, coughing, or wheezing
- Coughing or wheezing attacks worsened by a respiratory virus (e.g., cold or flu)
Types of Asthma
- Allergic asthma
- Seasonal asthma
- Non-allergic asthma
- Exercise-induced asthma
- Difficult asthma
- Childhood asthma
Learn about asthma, a chronic disease that causes breathing difficulties, and how smoking can increase the risk of occupational lung disease. Understand the symptoms and triggers of asthma attacks.
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