bronchospasm

[ brong-kuh-spaz-uhm ]

noun

1. spasmodic contraction of the muscular lining of the bronchi, as in asthma, causing difficulty in breathing.

Word History and Origins

Origin of bronchospasm¹

First recorded in 1900–05; broncho- + spasm

Example Sentences

“The presence of Terbutaline was found in the player’s biological samples. The drug was taken to calm a bronchospasm issue, in October 2022, when the footballer was registered for Sevilla FC.”

From Washington Times

If one of the gases causes bronchospasm or inflammation of the airway, a child “has much less leeway than a healthy adult,” she said.

From New York Times

The inflamed airways swell and narrow and the muscles surrounding them tighten, causing a bronchospasm.

From New York Times

The greatest concern in using the drug is the laundry list of possible side effects, with particular focus on the possibility of heart failure, mild or severe bronchospasm or suicidal thoughts.

From Fox News

Schmidt: It was about four days from the time of a headache and burning in my sinuses to the fever, cough, and bronchospasm.

From Fox News