Asthma is a chronic lung condition characterized by episodes of chest tightness, coughing, shortness of breath, and wheezing. When flare-ups are severe, the amount of oxygen circulating in the blood can drop significantly--even to life-threatening levels. The airway narrows significantly, and mucous Read More
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How to Deal with An Asthma Attack
During an asthma attack, the airways narrow, which leads to a flurry of symptoms, such as chest pain, coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing. An attack is almost always triggered by something, be it an illness, infection, allergen, chemical, or physical activity. An asthma attack can leave you Read More