Asthma: spasms and narrowing of bronchi leading to airway obstruction
Narrowing of the airways in the lungs, often referred to as airway obstruction, can be caused by various factors, including chronic conditions like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Inflammation, mucus production, and bronchoconstriction can also contribute to this narrowing. Additionally, external factors such as allergens, irritants, and infections may exacerbate these conditions, leading to further airway constriction.
The word 'bronchi' is the plural form of the singular noun bronchus.
It is called Airway obstruction / Tracheal obstruction
Intrinsic airway obstruction refers to a blockage of the airways caused by internal factors, such as inflammation, swelling, or the presence of foreign bodies. Conditions like asthma, bronchitis, or tumors can lead to narrowing or obstruction of the air passages, making it difficult for air to flow in and out of the lungs. This type of obstruction differs from extrinsic obstruction, which is caused by external factors like pressure from surrounding tissues or external objects. Effective management often involves addressing the underlying cause to restore normal airflow.
airway obstruction
When an airway obstruction is present, the chest will continue to rise but the abdomen will no longer move
in unconscious patients the commonest cause for the obstruction of airway is due to the back ward falling of the tongue obstructing the airway..first aid for this unconscious subject is applying cervical collar at the site prevets obstruction...
The most common cause of airway occlusion (airway obstruction) is choking on foreign objects. This means swallowing an obstructive object or having something lodged in your trachea causing the airway to lose its patency.
foreign body airway obstruction
Tracheotomy
choking, i guess...