ASTHMA

A person's airways become inflamed, narrowed and swelled and produce extra mucus.

SYMPTOMS

• Coughing
• Fast heart rate
• Breathing through the mouth
• Wheezing
• Tight chest

HOW IS IT DIAGNOSED?

• Lab tests
• Imaging
• Look at your medical history
• Lung tests

TREATMENT

• Medically treatable
• Steroids by inhaling
• Oxygen therapy

RISK FACTORS

• Smoking
• Blood relative
• Overweight
• Exposure to exhaust or fumes
• Mother smoked while pregnant