Pathogenesis/Causes

Pathogenesis/Causes

The fundamental problem in asthma appears to be immunological: young children in the early stages of asthma show signs of excessive inflammation in their airways. Epidemiological findings give clues as to pathogenesis.

Pathogenesis/Causes

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