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Respitory Disorders

Published on Nov 22, 2015

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ASTHMA

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ASTHMA SYMPTOMS

  • Causes airway to swell and narrow
  • Leads to wheezing, shortness of breath
  • Chest tightness and coughing
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ASTHMA TREATMENT

  • Inhaler
  • Avoid asthma triggers
  • Ex: a lot of running
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PREVENTION

  • Cannot be spread
  • Substances can be avoided
  • Ex: dust
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WHO IS AFFECTED?

  • Starts in childhood
  • More boys than girls
  • Increased risk if family has it
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Beth Campbell