What is Asthma?
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Asthma is a chronic condition in which the airways undergo changes when encountered with allergens. The airwaves respond by contricting and narrowing (hyperreactive) as well as swell and fill with mucus (inflammatory). This causes the person to cough, wheeze and feel short of breath.
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