Asthma Symptoms

ASTHMA

DESCRIPTION

Asthma is a condition in which your airways narrow and swell and may produce extra mucus. This can make breathing difficult and trigger coughing, a whistling sound when breath out and shortness of breath. For some people asthma is a minor nuisance.

Symptoms –

Shortness of breath

Chest tightness or pain

Wheezing when exhaling

Trouble sleeping

Coughing

Difficulty breathing

Risk factors –

Blood contact

Allergic condition

Overweight or obese

Smoking

Exposure to secondhand smoke

Exposure to exhaust fumes or other types of pollution

Exposure to occupational triggers

Diagnosis and test –

Physical exam

Test to measure lung function

Imaging test

Nitric oxide test

Treatment –

Medications

Bronchial

thermoplasty

Asthma action plan