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Asthma may be attributed to...

Asthma may be attributed to

A

Bacterial infection of the lungs

B

Allergic reaction of the mast cells in the lungs

C

Inflammation of the trachea

D

Accumulation of fluid in the lungs

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The correct Answer is:
B
The trigger of asthma is an allergen such as pollen, house dust mites, molds or a particular food. It is a disorder characterized by chronic airway inflammation, airway, hypersensitivity to a variety of stimuli and airway obstruction.
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