Triggers

Question 1

what are the triggers in extrinsic asthma?

Answer 1

• exposure to allergen/antigen
• type 1 IgE mediated hyper sensitivity reaction

Question 2

what are the triggers in intrinsic asthma?

Answer 2

• resp tract infection (viral)
• exercise
• hyperventilation
• cold air, weather changes
• drugs (NSAIDS) and chemicals
• irritants
• hormonal changes and emotional upsets
• airborne pollutants
• GERD

Question 3

do most people have intrinsic or extrinsic asthma?

Answer 3

combination of both

Question 4

does intrinsic asthma generally have the same or different immune cell involvement

Answer 4

same