Bronchial asthma; Exercise-induced asthma
Most people with asthma have attacks separated by symptom-free periods. Some people have long-term shortness of breath with episodes of increased shortness of breath. Either wheezing or a cough may be the main symptom.
Asthma attacks can last for minutes to days, and can become dangerous if the airflow is severely restricted.
Symptoms include:
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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