airway

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Once activated, this process leads to airway constriction in people with asthma.

From Science Daily • Jan. 27, 2026

This reaction can contribute to airway inflammation and breathing difficulties in the lungs.

From Science Daily • Jan. 22, 2026

He is now losing power in his arms and is due to have a tracheostomy - an artificial airway - fitted in his throat this month to help his breathing.

From BBC • Jan. 6, 2026

Patients with asthma showed a median 56% reduction in fractional exhaled nitric oxide, indicating reduced airway inflammation.

From Barron's • Dec. 8, 2025

Dr. Musoke peered down into the airway and pushed the scope deeper into the lungs.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston