Patient 2: Asthma Name: Ms. Aisha Patel Age:25 Occupation: College student History: Recurrent episodes of shortness of breath, chest tightness, and wheezing since childhood Worse at night and early morning Triggered by cold air, dust, exercise, and emotional stress Family history of allergies and eczema Clinical Findings: Wheezing on auscultation Prolonged expiration Use of accessory muscles during acute episodes FEV1/FVC ratio: 60% pre-bronchodilator → improves to 80% post-bronchodilator Elevated eosinophils and IgE levels 1. What are the diagnoses 2. Management Plan: 3. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological
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