Asthma - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
...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 (wheezing) when you breathe out and shortness of breath. For some people, asthma is a minor nuisance. For others, it can be a major problem that interferes with daily activities and may lead to a life-threatening asthma attack....
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/asthma/symptoms-causes/syc-20369653
Asthma What Is Asthma? - NHLBI, NIH
...Asthma is a chronic condition that inflames and narrows the airways in the lungs. Learn about asthma symptoms, attacks, causes, triggers, and treatments....
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/asthma
Asthma - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
...How asthma is classified To classify your asthma severity, your doctor will consider how often you have signs and symptoms and how severe they are. Your doctor will also consider the results of your physical exam and diagnostic tests. Determining your asthma severity helps your doctor choose the best treatment....
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/asthma/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20369660
Asma - Síntomas y causas - Mayo Clinic
...Síntomas Los síntomas del asma varían según la persona. Es posible que tengas ataques de asma con poca frecuencia, síntomas solamente en ciertos momentos, como cuando haces ejercicio, o síntomas en todo momento. Los signos y síntomas del asma comprenden: Falta de aire Dolor u opresión del pecho Sibilancias al exhalar, que es un signo común de asma en los niños Problemas para dormir ......
https://www.mayoclinic.org/es/diseases-conditions/asthma/symptoms-causes/syc-20369653
Asthma - Causes and Triggers | NHLBI, NIH
...Learn what causes people to develop asthma, how it affects the lungs, and some typical triggers that set off symptoms....
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/asthma/causes
Asthma attack - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
...Asthma is a long-term condition that makes breathing difficult because airways in the lungs become narrow. Symptoms of asthma attack include coughing, wheezing, tightness in the chest and difficulty getting enough air....
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/asthma-attack/symptoms-causes/syc-20354268
Asthma treatment: 3 steps to better asthma control - Mayo Clinic
...The goals of asthma treatment are to limit symptoms, prevent asthma attacks and avoid side effects of asthma medicines. The following three steps can help you take control of your asthma treatment....
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/asthma/in-depth/asthma-treatment/art-20044284
Asthma: Steps in testing and diagnosis - Mayo Clinic
...An asthma diagnosis is based on several factors, including a detailed medical history, a physical exam, your symptoms, and overall health and test results. The first step in diagnosing asthma is talking to your healthcare team about your symptoms and your health. This can provide clues as to whether ......
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/asthma/in-depth/asthma/art-20045198
Managing Asthma - NHLBI, NIH
...Monitoring Your Asthma Learn more about managing your asthma to help keep it under control. This fact sheet includes a tool to help you track your symptoms and tips on measuring peak flow....
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/asthma/living-with
Asthma medications: Know your options - Mayo Clinic
...The types and doses of asthma medications you need depend on your age, your symptoms, the severity of your asthma and medication side effects. Because your asthma can change over time, work closely with your health care provider to track your symptoms and adjust your asthma medications, if needed....
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/asthma/in-depth/asthma-medications/art-20045557