Description

A condition where airways narrow, swell or may produce extra mucus, Asthma can make breathing difficult and trigger coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. Asthma affects people of all ages and often starts in childhood. Although for some people, the condition is inconsiderable, for others, it can be a predicament that interferes with daily life or can be life-threatening. This respiratory condition’s symptoms vary from person to person. Some experience symptoms only at certain times like when exercising, while others have symptoms all the time. Signs and symptoms of Asthma include: Shortness of breath Chest tightness/pain Wheezing when exhaling Sleeping difficulty Coughing/wheezing attacks worsened by a respiratory virus