Abstract
A case of asthma due to a plastic blowing agent - azodicarbonamide - is discussed. Administration of disodium cromoglycate before exposure decreases the grade of bronchoconstriction: we suggest an immunopathological mechanism involved in the asthma.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Asthma / chemically induced*
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Asthma / physiopathology
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Azo Compounds / adverse effects*
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Cromolyn Sodium / therapeutic use
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Forced Expiratory Volume
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Humans
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Male
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Occupational Diseases / chemically induced*
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Occupational Diseases / physiopathology
Substances
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Azo Compounds
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azodicarbonamide
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Cromolyn Sodium