Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways. Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways. Chapter 28 :: Patient With Asthma Overview Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways. There are 3 components of asthma: inflammation, increased mucous production, and bronchospasm. These components lead to recurrent episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, … Continue reading Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways.