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Normal versus asthmatic bronchiole


	During an asthma attack smooth muscles located in the bronchioles of the lung constrict and decrease the flow of air in the airways. The amount of air flow can further be decreased by inflammation or excess mucus secretion. Update Date: 11/30/2006 Donald Accetta, MD, MPH, President, Allergy & Asthma Care, PC, Taunton, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

Lungs	Spirometry	Respiratory system
Asthma	Normal versus asthmatic bronchiole	Peak flow meter
Asthmatic bronchiole and normal bronchiole	Common asthma triggers	Exercise-induced asthma

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