Abstract:BackgroundOral breathing is considered to increase hyper‐responsiveness of the airways. Data on the need for nose clip (NC) during exercise challenge test (ECT) in children and adolescents is scarce. Ouraim was to evaluate the role of NC during ECT in children and adolescents.MethodsA prospective, cohort study; children referred for ECT were evaluated on two separate visits, with and without a NC. Demographic, clinical data and measurements of lung functions were recorded. Allergy and asthma control were evalu… Show more
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