Kategorier: Alle - mutations - environmental - inheritance

af Thivany Thivakaran 3 år siden

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What are the factors and theories of inheritance and expression of asthma in North America?

Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition prevalent in North America, influenced by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Key genetic components include mutations in genes such as ORMDL3.

What are the factors and theories of inheritance and expression of asthma in North America?

What are the factors and theories of inheritance and expression of asthma in North America?

Similarities to non-human Organisms

Cats

Squatting position with neck extended

vomiting

open-mouthed breathing

Coughing/hacking

Rapid breathing

Dogs

Wheezing

Panting with wide mouth

Coughing

ORMDL3

Received Through

Environmental Factors
Mutations
Inheritance

At risk

Obesity
Teens
Children

Phenotype

Adults
Adult onset asthma
Late childhood
Late onset asthma
Early childhood
Persistent atopic wheezing
Toddler
Non atopic wheezing
Infant
Transient wheezing

Frequency

50% adult
90% children

Can Affect

Animals
Humans
Symptoms

Coughing attack

Trouble sleeping

Wheezing when exhaling

Chest tightness or pain

Shortness of breath

Triggers

Aspirin
Emotions
Exercise
Exposure to viral infections
Irritants
Allergens
Occupation