In this episode from The Paramedic Tute I go over the basic pathophysiology of asthma, a common respiratory condition that can have dire consequences if poorly managed.What's covered in this episode?Definition of asthmaThe processes behind airway obstruction (Bronchoconstriction, mucous plugging and Inflammation of airway mucosa)Gas trappingDevelopment of signs and symptoms of asthmaAsthma disease progressionArtwork - George LivsMusic - U In My Arms by Jeremy Blake (Sourced from YouTube Studio)Paramedic tutoring offered at www.theparamedictute.comNew episodes every second Sunday!Follow us and get in contact via Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theparamedictute/Visit www.theparamedictute.com to get access to comprehensive pathophysiology notes, podcasts and videos, with learning tools to help with knowledge retention, including one-on-one tutoring. Theparamedictute is a collaboration between Warren Perera and Sam Andrewartha. Check out other episodes of Pocket-sized Pathophys including:Pocket-sized AsthmaPocket-sized EmphysemaPocket-sized Chronic BronchitisIf you have any suggestions for how I can improve this podcast, or you want to drop me a line about this podcast, please feel free to get in touch via email [email protected] or message on Instagram Artwork - George Livs - @georgelivs (instagram)Music - U In My Arms by Jeremy Blake (Sourced from YouTube Studio)

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