Asthma
A chronic condition in which the airways narrow and swell, often triggered by allergens, exercise or cold air.
Common symptoms
- •Wheezing
- •Shortness of breath
- •Chest tightness
- •Coughing, often worse at night or with exercise
When to see a doctor
See a doctor for a proper diagnosis and inhaler plan, or urgently if breathlessness does not ease with a reliever inhaler.
Overview
A chronic condition in which the airways narrow and swell, often triggered by allergens, exercise or cold air.
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