Effects of Khat (Catha Edulis) on Bronchial Asthma
Journal: Open Journal of Asthma (Vol.2, No. 1)Publication Date: 2018-11-06
Authors : Eden Yitna Andualem Mossie; Alemeshet Yami;
Page : 005-010
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Abstract
Introduction: Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways. It is always being a health burden across the globe. The active chemical present in Khat could have a bronchodilator effect like that of catecholamine. The present study aims at determining the effect of khat chewing on bronchial asthma and lung function.
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