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Reduced Asthma Affect Lungs Airways Inflamed Irritated Smooth

Front How does asthma affect the lungs
Back Airways become inflamed and irritated
Smooth muscle lining bronchioles contract and a large amount of mucus produced.
Constriction of airways.
Airflow reduced.
Forced expiratory volume reduced.

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