Occupational asthma.
A brief review of the definition, prevalence, predisposing factors, clinical features and possible causes of occupational asthma is presented, together with an overview of the appropriate steps in the management of this condition. In terms of the prognosis, the need for effective prevention and early detection of sufferers is emphasized.
D001249:Asthma / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control; D006801:Humans; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control; D010366:Peak Expiratory Flow Rate; D011379:Prognosis