Asthma-related microbes
Asthma-related microbes (/ˈæzmə/; from the Greek ἅσθμα, ásthma, "panting") are a group of microorganisms that have been found to influence the development and severity of asthma, a chronic disease of the airways.
Etymology
The term "asthma" is derived from the Greek word "ἅσθμα" (ásthma), which means "panting". The "related microbes" part of the term refers to the microorganisms that have been found to be associated with the disease.
Definition
Asthma-related microbes are a diverse group of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi, that have been found in the airways of individuals with asthma. These microbes can influence the development and severity of the disease by interacting with the immune system and causing inflammation in the airways.
Related Terms
- Microbiome: The collective genetic material of all the microbes - bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and viruses - that live on and inside the human body.
- Inflammation: A process by which the body's white blood cells and substances they produce protect us from infection with foreign organisms, such as bacteria and viruses.
- Immune System: A complex network of cells, tissues, organs, and the substances they make that helps the body fight infections and other diseases.
Pronunciation
Asthma-related microbes: /ˈæzmə rɪˈleɪtɪd ˈmaɪkroʊbz/
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Asthma-related microbes
- Wikipedia's article - Asthma-related microbes
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