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Asthma Causes

Asthma is most likely caused by many factors including genes, allergies, environmental triggers, infections, diet and hormonal changes. Learn what factors may put you and your children at risk for asthma.

What Can Cause Asthma?

Causes of Adult Asthma
More and more adults are being diagnosed with asthma every day. Learn more about what doctors think could be causing this surge in adult asthma.
Causes of Childhood Asthma
Find out what genetic, biological and environmental factors are thought to cause childhood asthma.
Should you see a doctor for the symptoms you're experiencing?
This doctor-written tool will help you determine whether you're experiencing symptoms that could be asthma and require a doctor's attention.

Causes of Asthma: Lifestyle

Can Obesity Cause Asthma?

Our Dr. Fred Little weighs in on whether being obese can affect your chances of getting asthma.

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