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bronchospasm

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun bronchospasm has 1 sense
  1. bronchospasm - a spasm of the bronchi that makes exhalation difficult and noisy; associated with asthma and bronchitis
    --1 is a kind of
    spasm
    --1 is a part of asthma, asthma attack, bronchial asthma; bronchitis

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Bronchospasm

Description:

Bronchospasm refers to the narrowing of the airways in the lungs due to the contraction of the smooth muscles surrounding them. It is commonly associated with respiratory conditions such as asthma and chronic bronchitis.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A sudden and involuntary constriction of the bronchi, resulting in difficulty breathing.

Example sentence: During an asthma attack, a person may experience a bronchospasm, making it hard for them to catch their breath.

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Sense 2:

Noun: The condition characterized by repeated episodes of bronchospasms.

Example sentence: People with chronic bronchitis often suffer from frequent bronchospasms, leading to difficulties in performing daily activities.

Sense 3:

Adjective: Pertaining to or connected with bronchospasm.

Example sentence: The doctor prescribed a bronchospasmic inhaler to provide immediate relief during sudden asthma attacks.

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