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Inflamed bronchial tubes in asthma
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In asthma, the airways that carry air to the lungs (bronchial tubes) are inflamed. This can narrow the airways, causing shortness of breath and making it difficult to breathe.
Last Updated:
April 21, 2009- Medical Review:
- E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Harold S. Nelson, MD - Allergy and Immunology
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