Question 1

What is Asthma (Adult)?

Accepted Answer

Asthma, from the Greek word "asthma" meaning "panting" or "short breath," is defined by the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) as "a heterogeneous disease, usually characterized by chronic airway inflammation. It is defined by the history of respiratory symptoms such as wheeze, shortness of breath,...

Question 2

What causes Asthma (Adult)?

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### Primary Causes  **Genetic Factors:** The predisposition to asthma is strongly inherited. Studies of twins demonstrate 60-80% heritability for allergic asthma. Multiple genes have been implicated, particularly those involved in Th2 immune responses: IL4, IL13, IL33, TSLP, and genes controlling Ig...

Question 3

When should I see a doctor for Asthma (Adult)?

Accepted Answer

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience: Severe shortness of breath at rest, Inability to speak in full sentences, Lips or fingernails turning blue (cyanosis), Severe wheezing or no wheezing with severe symptoms, Rapid worsening despite using rescue inhaler.

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