Asthma is often believed to be a children's disease that you either outgrow as an adult or never develop once you're an adult. But that is not the case.
People who develop adult asthma are often puzzled by their asthma symptoms. Once diagnosed with asthma, they have a hard time accepting it. They would rather suffer at home than seek asthma treatment. But when the respiratory therapist gives them a treatment they will say, "Wow, I didn't even realize I was short-of-breath." Famous Olympic...
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
When asthma is suspected, the patient should describe for the doctor any pattern related to the symptoms, and possible precipitating factors,... Read more »
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Bronchial asthma; Exercise-induced asthma Symptoms Most people with asthma have attacks separated by symptom-free periods. Some people... Read more »