Inflamed bronchial tubes in asthma

Inflamed bronchial tubes in asthma

Lungs in chest showing bronchial tubes in left lung, with detail of healthy airway and airway inflamed by asthma

In asthma, the airways that carry air to the lungs (bronchial tubes) are inflamed. This can narrow the airways, causing shortness of breath and making it hard to breathe.

Current as of: November 14, 2022

Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:
E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine
Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine