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Glossary Terms for Asthma
Asthma is easier to live with when you understand more about how and why it occurs. The following glossary of important terms will help you to understand what you read about asthma and aid you in talking to your doctor.
Asthma Glossary
albuterol
allergen
allergist
alveoli
asthma
bronchial tubes
bronchiole
bronchoconstriction
bronchodilator
corticosteroid
dry powder inhaler
holding chamber
immunotherapy
leukotriene modifiers
metered-dose inhaler
nebulizer
peak-expiratory-flow
sinusitis
spacer
spirometry
steroids
theophylline
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