ASTHMA Meaning and
Definition
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Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition characterized by recurring episodes of difficult breathing, wheezing, coughing, and chest tightness caused by the constriction and inflammation of the airways. It is a common condition that affects the lungs and air passages, leading to breathing difficulties due to the narrowing of the bronchial tubes.
During an asthma attack, the muscles surrounding the airways become inflamed and constrict, making it difficult for air to flow in and out of the lungs. This obstruction causes wheezing, a high-pitched whistling sound when breathing, and can lead to severe shortness of breath. Asthma attacks can be triggered by a variety of factors, including allergens, exercise, irritants, respiratory infections, stress, or changes in weather.
The symptoms of asthma can vary in severity, ranging from mild to life-threatening, with some individuals experiencing long periods of relief between attacks, while others may have more persistent symptoms. Asthma is commonly managed through a combination of medications, such as bronchodilators to relax the airway muscles and reduce inflammation, as well as lifestyle modifications, including avoiding triggers and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Effective management of asthma involves working closely with healthcare professionals to develop an individualized treatment plan. With proper management and adherence to prescribed medications, individuals with asthma can lead normal, active lives with minimal interference from their symptoms.
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A disease marked by recurrent attacks of dyspnea, due to some temporary change in the bronchial tubes or to a reflex spasm of the diaphragm.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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A disease of the organs of breathing attended with cough and difficulty of breathing.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of ASTHMA
The word "asthma" comes from the Greek term "ἅσθμα" (asthma), which means "panting" or "short-drawn breath". It ultimately derives from the Greek verb "ἄω" (aō), meaning "to breathe hard". The term was then passed into Latin as "asthma", and subsequently entered the English language in the 14th century.
Similar spelling words for ASTHMA
- asthma-weed,
- Esthema,
- astomatal,
- isthmi,
- asthenia,
- WESTHEM,
- asthma-related,
- Aesthema,
- asthmatic,
- YSTHM,
- ashton,
- hay-asthma.
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