Follow-Up Studies in Tokyo-Yokohama Respiratory Disease

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Abstract
Tokyo-Yokohama Respiratory Disease appears to be a bronchitic illness induced most often by the combined effects of cigarette smoking and the severe air pollution present in the Tokyo-Yokohama area which induces sensitization in the individual. It is characterized by severe cough, wheezing, persistent shortness of breath, reduced one-second forced expiratory volume (FEV1.0). hyperventilation, reduced oxygen uptake, and reduced oxygen saturation. Since the patient suffering from this disease usually shows at least some symptomatic relief when away from the Kanto Plain, the preferred method of treatment at this time is removal from the Tokyo-Yokohama Area.

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