Obesity-related asthma in children and adolescents

Ugeskr Laeger. 2022 Oct 17;184(42):V03220205.
[Article in Danish]

Abstract

The incidence of asthma and obesity in childhood has been increasing for decades. Obesity-related asthma is thought to be influenced by changes in the lungs’ mechanical properties and airway remodeling due to systemic inflammation and metabolic dysregulation. It is characterized by Th1-inflammation and impaired lung function, which responds poorly to conventional asthma treatment with inhaled β2-agonists and corticosteroids. The purpose of this review is to increase awareness of obesity-related asthma in children and adolescents and highlight possible underlying mechanisms and interventions.

Publication types

  • Review
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Antipsychotic Agents* / adverse effects
  • Asthma* / drug therapy
  • Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity* / complications
  • Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity* / drug therapy
  • Central Nervous System Stimulants* / therapeutic use
  • Child
  • Humans
  • Obesity / drug therapy

Substances

  • Central Nervous System Stimulants
  • Antipsychotic Agents