asthma
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See also Asthma
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[edit] English
[edit] Etymology
From Ancient Greek ἆσθμα (asthma), “‘laborous breathing’”).
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[edit] Noun
asthma
- (pathology) A long-term respiratory condition, in which the airways may unexpectedly and suddenly narrow, often in response to an allergen, cold air, exercise, or emotional stress. Symptoms include wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing.
[edit] Derived terms
- asthma attack
- asthmatic
- asthmatically
[edit] Translations
chronic respiratory disease
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