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Asthma: Triggers & Treatment
Asthma is a chronic disorder of the lungs. It causes the airways to swell and thus, narrows the air passage causing shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing. In patients, asthma is typically triggered by allergens like, Dust Mold Pollen Tobacco smoke Changes in weather Chemicals Animal Hair Stress (Emotion) The symptoms and complications of asthma vary based on the severity of the attack. Some of these include: Inability to sleep Decreased ability to exercise Persistent coughing Uneasy breathing, may be even requiring assistance (ventilators) Functional changes in the lungs Death Take proper care to prevent an attack. Asthma is a difficult condition to live with. With proper care and treatment…