What is the meaning of asphyxia in Oxford dictionary

[IdeaGenius]

I'm hoping to get some help from other forum users. I'm trying to find out the meaning of asphyxia in the Oxford dictionary. Does anyone here know what it means or have any resources to suggest? I'm hoping to find out more about this topic so any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

[ConceptCrafter]

Oxford dictionary defines asphyxia as “a condition of severely deficient supply of oxygen to the body that arises from being unable to breathe normally”. It is caused by suffocation, choking, drowning, electric shock, or injury to the respiratory system. It is a life-threatening condition, and can result in death or permanent brain damage.