A chronic illness characterized by a persistent, progressive limitation of air flow caused by an inflammatory response in the airways and lungs to noxious particles and gases is known as which of the following?

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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is characterized by a persistent, progressive limitation of airflow, which is associated with an enhanced chronic inflammatory response in the airways and the lung to noxious particles or gases. Asthma, while also involving airway inflammation, is typically more variable in its presentation and not necessarily progressive. Lupus and Crohn's disease are autoimmune conditions affecting multiple systems and the gastrointestinal tract, respectively, and do not primarily involve the airflow limitation seen in COPD.

A Chronic Illness Characterized by a Persistent, Progressive Limitation of Air