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Answer 1

• As well as the physical symptoms of breathlessness, wheezing and coughing, some people spoke about asthma making them feel exhausted. This could be during symptoms, because of the effort of breathing, and people often mentioned feeling unable to move or even stand while it was happening.

Asthma triggers

• Exposure to various irritants and substances that trigger allergies (allergens) can trigger signs and symptoms of asthma. Asthma triggers are different from person to person and can include: Airborne allergens, such as pollen, dust mites, mold spores, pet dander or particles of cockroach waste.

Know the Early Symptoms of Asthma

• Frequent cough, especially at night.
• Losing your breath easily or shortness of breath.
• Feeling very tired or weak when exercising.
• Wheezing or coughing after exercise.
• Feeling tired, easily upset, grouchy, or moody.
• Decreases or changes in lung function as measured on a peak flow meter.

Answer 2

# WHAT IS ASTHMA ?

SOLUTION :

Asthma is a chronic condition, which alters the airways (bronchial tubes). The bronchial tubes function by permitting the entry and exit of air into the lungs. This syndrome is characterized by inflammation in airways, causing difficulty in breathing.

# SYMPTOMS OF ASTHMA

SOLUTION :

The symptoms of asthma are generally mild. However, it can quickly become severe to life-threatening if neglected. The most common symptoms of an asthma attack are:

• Wheezing
• Pressure on the chest/ tightness
• Rapid breathing
• Breathing problems
• Persistent coughing
• Difficulty in talking
• Blue fingernails or lips
• Sweaty, pale face

# CAUSES OF ASTHMA

SOLUTION :

Causes of asthma attacks are:

• Respiratory infections caused by the common cold
• Dust and dust mites
• Pet dander
• Pollution
• Vehicular and industrial exhaust
• Medication
• Pollen
• Smoking
• Sinusitis
• Allergies

# CURE OF ASTHMA

SOLUTION :

Asthma can usually be managed with rescue inhalers to treat symptoms (salbutamol) and controller inhalers that prevent symptoms (steroids). Severe cases may require longer-acting inhalers that keep the airways open (formoterol, salmeterol, tiotropium), as well as inhalant steroids.

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