noun
- Sudden, involuntary contractions of the muscles in the bronchi (airways in the lungs), causing narrowing of the airways and difficulty breathing.
Usage: Medical term; Usually plural or used as a count noun; Common in asthma and other respiratory conditions
Examples
- The patient experienced severe bronchospasms during the allergic reaction.
- Asthma attacks are often accompanied by bronchospasms that restrict airflow.
- The doctor prescribed a bronchodilator to relieve the bronchospasms.
- Repeated bronchospasms can indicate poorly controlled asthma.
- Cold air exposure triggered bronchospasms in the athlete.
- The medication helped prevent bronchospasms throughout the day.