reactive airways dysfunction syndrome

reactive airways dysfunction syndrome
a rare asthmalike disorder consisting of persistent coughing, wheezing, and dyspnea upon only slight irritation, lasting for months after a person has inhaled a high concentration of irritating fumes.

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