Endoscopy is a technique to directly visualise the interior of hollow organs. An endoscope is a long, usually flexible tube, although there are also rigid ones. […]
There are no radiological studies specific of asthma or allergy. Radiological studies are performed in these conditions rather to rule out other diseases, or complications often […]
The tuberculin test is used to know if a person has had contact with the tuberculosis bacillus or Koch’s bacillus (Mycobacterium tuberculosis). It is performed injecting […]
Acoustic rhinometry is one of standard diagnostic tools in objective evaluation of nasal patency. It provides information on the geometry of nasal cavities by using acoustic […]
Rhinomanometry is a standard diagnostic tool aiming to objectively evaluate the respiratory function of the nose. It measures pressure and flow during normal inspiration and expiration […]
The exercise test is used for the evaluation of bronchospasm induced by exercise. Some patients show poor tolerance to physical exercise. This may be due to […]
The airways of asthmatic patients are said to be hyperreactive or hypersensitive. This means that they react to several stimuli with bronchoconstriction, that is, the airways […]