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| name = Reactive airway disease | |||
| image = [[File:Asthma_(Lungs).png|250px]] | |||
| caption = Illustration of the lungs affected by reactive airway disease | |||
| field = [[Pulmonology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Wheezing]], [[coughing]], [[shortness of breath]], [[chest tightness]] | |||
| complications = [[Asthma]], [[chronic obstructive pulmonary disease]] | |||
| onset = Any age, often in response to an irritant | |||
| duration = Variable, can be acute or chronic | |||
| causes = [[Airway hyperreactivity]] due to [[allergens]], [[irritants]], or [[infections]] | |||
| risks = [[Smoking]], [[air pollution]], [[occupational exposure]] | |||
| diagnosis = Clinical evaluation, [[spirometry]], response to [[bronchodilator]] | |||
| differential = [[Asthma]], [[chronic bronchitis]], [[COPD]] | |||
| treatment = [[Bronchodilators]], [[corticosteroids]], avoidance of triggers | |||
| medication = [[Inhaled corticosteroids]], [[beta-agonists]] | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
| deaths = Rare, usually related to complications | |||
}} | |||
[[File:ICD-10-CM (2010).djvu|Reactive airway disease|thumb|left]] | |||
'''Reactive Airway Disease''' (RAD) is a term used in the medical field to describe a condition with symptoms similar to that of asthma. The term is often used when doctors are hesitant to diagnose a patient with asthma, usually because the patient is under the age of 6 and it is difficult to accurately diagnose asthma in young children. | '''Reactive Airway Disease''' (RAD) is a term used in the medical field to describe a condition with symptoms similar to that of asthma. The term is often used when doctors are hesitant to diagnose a patient with asthma, usually because the patient is under the age of 6 and it is difficult to accurately diagnose asthma in young children. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of Reactive Airway Disease are similar to those of asthma and can include: | The symptoms of Reactive Airway Disease are similar to those of asthma and can include: | ||
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* [[Shortness of breath]] | * [[Shortness of breath]] | ||
* [[Chest tightness]] | * [[Chest tightness]] | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of Reactive Airway Disease is unknown, but it is thought to be triggered by an infection or exposure to certain environmental factors. These can include: | The exact cause of Reactive Airway Disease is unknown, but it is thought to be triggered by an infection or exposure to certain environmental factors. These can include: | ||
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* [[Cold air]] | * [[Cold air]] | ||
* [[Exercise]] | * [[Exercise]] | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosing Reactive Airway Disease can be difficult, especially in young children. Doctors will usually base their diagnosis on the patient's symptoms and medical history. They may also perform a [[Pulmonary function test]] to measure how well the lungs are working. | Diagnosing Reactive Airway Disease can be difficult, especially in young children. Doctors will usually base their diagnosis on the patient's symptoms and medical history. They may also perform a [[Pulmonary function test]] to measure how well the lungs are working. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for Reactive Airway Disease usually involves managing the symptoms. This can include: | Treatment for Reactive Airway Disease usually involves managing the symptoms. This can include: | ||
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* [[Steroids]] to reduce inflammation in the lungs | * [[Steroids]] to reduce inflammation in the lungs | ||
* Avoiding triggers that can cause symptoms to worsen | * Avoiding triggers that can cause symptoms to worsen | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis for Reactive Airway Disease varies. Some children may outgrow their symptoms, while others may go on to be diagnosed with asthma. | The prognosis for Reactive Airway Disease varies. Some children may outgrow their symptoms, while others may go on to be diagnosed with asthma. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Asthma]] | * [[Asthma]] | ||
* [[Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease]] | * [[Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease]] | ||
* [[Bronchitis]] | * [[Bronchitis]] | ||
[[Category:Respiratory diseases]] | [[Category:Respiratory diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Pediatrics]] | [[Category:Pediatrics]] | ||
[[Category:Pulmonology]] | [[Category:Pulmonology]] | ||
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| Reactive airway disease | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, chest tightness |
| Complications | Asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease |
| Onset | Any age, often in response to an irritant |
| Duration | Variable, can be acute or chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Airway hyperreactivity due to allergens, irritants, or infections |
| Risks | Smoking, air pollution, occupational exposure |
| Diagnosis | Clinical evaluation, spirometry, response to bronchodilator |
| Differential diagnosis | Asthma, chronic bronchitis, COPD |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Bronchodilators, corticosteroids, avoidance of triggers |
| Medication | Inhaled corticosteroids, beta-agonists |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | Rare, usually related to complications |
File:ICD-10-CM (2010).djvu
Reactive Airway Disease (RAD) is a term used in the medical field to describe a condition with symptoms similar to that of asthma. The term is often used when doctors are hesitant to diagnose a patient with asthma, usually because the patient is under the age of 6 and it is difficult to accurately diagnose asthma in young children.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of Reactive Airway Disease are similar to those of asthma and can include:
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of Reactive Airway Disease is unknown, but it is thought to be triggered by an infection or exposure to certain environmental factors. These can include:
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosing Reactive Airway Disease can be difficult, especially in young children. Doctors will usually base their diagnosis on the patient's symptoms and medical history. They may also perform a Pulmonary function test to measure how well the lungs are working.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for Reactive Airway Disease usually involves managing the symptoms. This can include:
- Bronchodilators to help open the airways
- Steroids to reduce inflammation in the lungs
- Avoiding triggers that can cause symptoms to worsen
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for Reactive Airway Disease varies. Some children may outgrow their symptoms, while others may go on to be diagnosed with asthma.
