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Cold Asthma Trouble Breathing
Phlegmatic. Definition:having or showing a stolid temperament. Unemotional.
How do you know you're dealing with a phlegmatic asthmatic? You won't unless they tell you they have asthma. These are the zen asthmatics who appear to be accepting of their condition, don't lose their cool and quietly deal with breathing trouble.
Asthma Attitude: "I am having trouble breathing, but panicking won't help me."
Asthma Strengths: They remain calm with breathing trouble. That's good, stress is an asthma...
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