Archive for March 27th, 2008

  • Asthma Mom’s Glossary of Symptom Terms

    Asthma Mom’s Glossary of Symptom Terms

    Bronchospasm – smooth muscle contractions/tightening around the bronchioles (airways), narrowing them and restricting airflow. Bronchospasms are part of an asthma flare. Cyanosis – blue-tinted skin, starting around the mouth and resulting from lack of oxygen in the blood. Usually starts to occur when oxygen saturation in the blood drops below 90% but may not be noticeable [...]

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