Many professions entail the risk of developing lung diseases. Therefore, it is advisable for pulmonologists to consider a differential diagnosis for each primary pattern of respiratory disease, which includes both occupational and environmental exposures.

Oscillometry can detect small airway hyper-responsiveness, offering more information about the patient’s prognosis for asthma or COPD. It complements spirometry providing additional insights. By utilizing both tests, physicians can make more informed patient treatment decisions.

In this article, we will focus on presenting an overview of asthma through the available figures according to reports from various researchers and organizations.

Learn about the latest updates in the 2022 GINA Asthma Guide, including asthma and COVID-19, diagnosis, management in LMICs, symptom control, treatment strategies, and more.

Although dyspnea is a common reason for consulting a primary care physician (1 - 4% of all visits) pulmonary function tests are often overlooked and seldom performed