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Overview

Have you suffered with asthma for a while? Maybe you’re recently diagnosed, or a caregiver to someone with asthma. Learn more about this common breathing problem, including asthma symptoms, causes, risk factors, and prevention.

  1. What Is Asthma?
  2. Asthma FAQ
  3. Adult-Onset Asthma
  4. Childhood Asthma
  5. Bronchial Asthma
  6. What Is an Asthma Attack?
  7. Status Asthmaticus: Severe Asthma Attack

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