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What is the definition or description of: bronchoconstriction?
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Constriction of airw: Bronchconstriction is the constriction of the airways in the lungsdue to the tightening of the surrounding smooth muscle which causes cough, wheezing and shortness of breath.
Answered 9/4/2016
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