What’re bronchioles?

Bronchioles are small airways in the lungs that control the distribution of air and resistance to airflow. They end in alveoli, where oxygen is exchanged for carbon dioxide. Bronchial dysfunction can cause life-threatening ailments, including bronchospasm and bronchiolitis. Treatment options include oxygen therapy and bronchodilation. Bronchioles are part of the airways of the lungs. They […]

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