Heterogeneity of perception of symptoms in patients with asthma.

Journal: Journal of thoracic disease
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: Cough-dominant or cough-variant asthma is common in Japan. However, it is unclear whether cough and dyspnea, the cardinal symptoms of bronchial asthma, are similarly perceived, and whether these symptoms are linked to pulmonary function tests.

Authors

  • Akihiko Ohwada
    Ohwada Clinic, Chiba-ken, Japan.
  • Katsuhiko Sato
    Occupational Health Consultant Office, Hyougo-ken, Japan.

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