How Do Histological Changes Occur in Respiratory Diseases?
In respiratory diseases like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or asthma, histological changes can be observed. For instance, in COPD, there is often destruction of alveolar walls leading to enlarged air spaces and decreased surface area for gas exchange. In asthma, there is thickening of the bronchial walls due to inflammation, increased mucus production, and hyperplasia of smooth muscle cells.
