Genetic influences in common respiratory disorders. Respiratory
disorders are common problems for adults and children in North
America and generally represent the outcome of gene-environment
interactions. Some problems are considered genetic in origin,
such as cystic fibrosis, and others are considered environmental
in origin, such as respiratory infections. Emerging information
indicates that even genetic-based disorders are influenced by
the environment and that environmental-based disorders are
modified by personal genetic factors in individual physiologic
responses. An understanding of an individual's personal risk
factors for disease or health problem development can allow
health care professionals to tailor health promotion strategies
and treatment plans with appropriate environmental manipulation.
This article explores the genetic influences that may affect the
individual's physiologic responses and the consequences of
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