Bronchospasm

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Bronchospasm
TermBronchospasm
Short definitionthe temporary narrowing of the airways in the lungs, either as a result of muscle contraction or inflammation; may be caused by asthma, infection, lung disease, or an allergic reaction
TypeMedical term
SpecialtyGeneral
LanguageEnglish
SourceAMA
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Bronchospasm (definition) the temporary narrowing of the airways in the lungs, either as a result of muscle contraction or inflammation; may be caused by asthma, infection, lung disease, or an allergic reaction

==Bronchospasm (overview)==