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Asthma Overview

Asthma makes breathing difficult for more than 22 million Americans. Asthma symptoms, which include coughing, wheezing, and chest tightness, are common in an asthma attack. Sometimes asthma is called bronchial asthma. 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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FDA: Some Asthma Drugs Riskier for Kids Than Adults

Children are more vulnerable than adults to rare but potentially life-threatening adverse events associated with asthma drugs known as long-acting beta-agonists (LABAs), a new analysis from the FDA shows.

Asthma Symptoms

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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