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Asthma Overview

Asthma makes breathing difficult for more than 34 million Americans. Asthma symptoms, which include coughing, wheezing, and chest tightness, are common in an asthma attack. Sometimes asthma is called bronchial asthma or reactive airway disease. Asthma in children is on the rise, but with proper treatment for symptoms of asthma, kids and adults can live well.

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The Worst Cities in the U.S. for Asthma

Memphis residents may have a new reason to sing the blues, if they can catch their breath. A new report ranks the southern city as the most challenging city in the U.S. to live with asthma, followed closely behind by New Haven, Conn., and Knoxville, Tenn.

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Asthma Symptoms

Asthma is characterized by inflammation of the bronchial tubes with increased production of sticky secretions inside the tubes. People with asthma experience symptoms when the airways tighten, inflame, or fill with mucus. Common asthma symptoms include:

  • Coughing, especially at night
  • Wheezing
  • Shortness of breath
  • Chest tightness, pain, or pressure
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