NEET Solved Paper 2019 Question 4
Question: Due to increasing air-borne allergens and pollutants, many people in urban areas are suffering from respiratory disorder causing wheezing due to: [NEET 5-5-2019]
Options:
A) Proliferation of fibrous tissues and damage of the alveolar walls
B) Reduction in the secretion of surfactants by pneumocytes
C) Benign growth on mucous lining of nasal cavity
D) Inflammation of bronchi and bronchioles
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
- Wheezing is often caused by the inflammation and narrowing of the airways, specifically the bronchi and bronchioles, which can be triggered by air-borne allergens and pollutants. This inflammation leads to difficulty in breathing and the characteristic wheezing sound.
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