Urban- rural dichotomy in asthma

  • A A Awotedu Universitv of Transkei

Abstract

Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways, which is global in spread, affects all ages and both sexes. The prevalence rates vary from country to country and vary even in the same country between urban and rural areas.

Author Biography

A A Awotedu, Universitv of Transkei
MBBS(lba), FMCP(Nig), FWACP, FCCP, FCP(SA) Dept of Internal Medicine, Pulmonology Department Faculty of Health Sciences , Council Member of the National Asthma Education Programme
Issue
Vol 45 No 10 (2003)
Section
Review Articles
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