What is Bronchoconstriction? This video covers the medical definition and provides a brief overview of this topic.
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➡️ Bronchoconstriction Definition
When the muscles that line the bronchi within the lungs begin to tighten and become narrow, this is referred to as bronchoconstriction. The name is pretty self-explanatory because, as the bronchi begin to constrict, it makes it more difficult to breathe. You may have also heard it referred to as bronchospasm which is just another term that means the exact same thing as bronchoconstriction.

➡️ Symptoms of Bronchoconstriction
- Wheezing
- Coughing
- Chest tightness

Bronchoconstriction is common in patients with obstructive respiratory conditions such as asthma and COPD.

➡️ Some other causes include:
- Allergens
- Lung infections
- Smoke inhalation

➡️ Bronchoconstriction Treatment
There are medications that can be administered for the treatment of bronchoconstriction. Short-acting bronchodilators like albuterol are considered to be "rescue drugs" because they work quickly to provide relief for reversible airflow obstructions as seen in patients with asthma. You may have also heard it referred to as a SABA, or short-acting beta-2 agonist. It causes stimulation of the B2-receptors which relaxes bronchial smooth muscle tissue to helps the airways open back up.

➡️ Other prophylactic medications that may be indicated include:
- Long-acting bronchodilators
- Inhaled corticosteroids
- Oral or intravenous steroids

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⏰TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
0:24 - Bronchoconstriction Definition
0:52 - Symptoms of Bronchoconstriction
1:09 - Other Causes
1:17 - Bronchoconstriction Treatment
1:48 - Other Prophylactic Medications

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