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Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, characterized by periodic attacks of wheezing , shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing.
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Symptoms
Cough with or without sputum (phlegm) production; Shortness of breath that gets worse with exercise or activity; Interc...
Causes
Asthma is caused by inflammation in the airways. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways beco...
Tests
Allergy testing may be helpful in identifying allergens in patients with persistent asthma. Common allergens include pe...
Treatments
Treatment is aimed at avoiding known allergens and respiratory irritants and controlling symptoms and airway inflammati...
Drugs
If a patient's asthma is caused by an allergen that cannot be avoided and it has been difficult to control symptoms by ...
Alternative Therapies
The stress caused by illness can often be helped by joining a support group, where members share common experiences and...
Prevention
Asthma symptoms can be substantially reduced by avoiding known allergens and respiratory irritants. If someone with ast...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you or your child experience mild asthma symptoms (to discuss...
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