asthma

Lungs can have allergic reactions {atopy} {asthma}|. Eczema, hay fever, anaphylaxis to bee sting or peanuts, and other allergies involve immunoglobulin and histamine.

causes

Dust-mite dung, pollen, feathers, molds, foods, metal vapor, plastics, wood, cigarette smoke, paint, sprays, aspirin, heart drugs, and exhaust gases can cause asthma. Immunization can activate Th1 cells. Mycobacteria can activate Th2 cells. Perhaps, virus exposure, isocyanate, trimellitic anhydride, and phthalic anhydride cause asthma.

biology

Immunoglobulin-E release signals mast cells, which release histamines. Asthma can cause smooth muscle to contract uncontrollably.

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