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Why ppl with lpr trouble to take deep breaths why lpr reflux causes asthama like symptoms if don't have asthama?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Reflexly / irritation: by stimulating the vagus nerve, esophagobronchial reflex, causing bronchospasm, that's one theory, or mere irritation of the airway through micro aspirations leading to airway hyper reactivity and bronchospasm

Dr Cremers agreed

Answered 6/8/2015

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