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  1. Asthma

    Also known as: bronchial asthma
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    A lung disorder characterized by narrowing of the airways, the tubes which carry air into the lungs, that are inflamed and constricted, causing shortness of breath, wheezing and cough.
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    Urgent medical attention is usually recommended in severe cases by healthcare providers
    Is condition treatable?
    Treatable by a medical professional
    Does diagnosis require lab test or imaging?
    Requires lab test or imaging
    Time taken for recovery
    Can last several years or be lifelong
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    Family history may increase likelihood
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    Can asthma be cured?
    Children and adults who are overweight or obese are at a greater risk of asthma. Asthma cannot be cured but there are several treatments available. The most common treatment is to use an inhaler, which delivers medication directly to the lungs. Inhalers can help control the disease and enable people with asthma to enjoy a normal, active life.

    Asthma - World Health Organization (WHO)

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    What are the symptoms of asthma?
    Asthma is a chronic lung disease affecting people of all ages. It is caused by inflammation and muscle tightening around the airways, which makes it harder to breathe. Symptoms can include coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and chest tightness. These symptoms can be mild or severe and can come and go over time.

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    What is the best treatment for asthma?
    The most effective treatment for asthma is identifying triggers, such as cigarette smoke, pets or other allergens, and eliminating exposure to them. If trigger avoidance is insufficient, the use of medication is recommended. Pharmaceutical drugs are selected based on, among other things, the severity of illness and the frequency of symptoms.

    Asthma - Wikipedia

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    What does who do about asthma?
    WHO is committed to improving the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of asthma to reduce the global burden of NCDs and make progress towards universal health coverage. Asthma is a chronic lung disease affecting people of all ages. It is caused by inflammation and muscle tightening around the airways, which makes it harder to breathe.

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    Asthma - World Health Organization (WHO)

    WEBMay 6, 2024 · Asthma is a chronic lung disease affecting people of all ages. It is caused by inflammation and muscle tightening around the airways, which makes it harder to breathe. Symptoms can include coughing, …

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    Asthma - Wikipedia

    WEBMay 21, 2024 · Asthma is a long-term inflammatory disease of the airways of the lungs. [5] It is characterized by variable and recurring symptoms, …

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    • Global Initiative for Asthma - GINA
      https://ginasthma.org

      Global Initiative for Asthma - Global Initiative for Asthma - GINA

    • Global Initiative for Asthma - GINA
      https://ginasthma.org/gina-reports

      2022 GINA Main Report - Global Initiative for Asthma - GINA

    • Global Initiative for Asthma - GINA
      https://ginasthma.org/reports

      Reports - Global Initiative for Asthma - GINA

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    • AstraZeneca
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      http://globalasthmanetwork.org

      The Global Asthma Network

    • Britannica
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      Asthma | Pathology, Symptoms & Treatment | Britannica

      WEBMay 24, 2024 · asthma, a chronic disorder of the lungs in which inflamed airways are prone to constrict, causing episodes of wheezing, chest tightness, coughing, and breathlessness that range in severity from mild …

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      Asthma: Overview and Practice Questions (2024)

      WEBMay 23, 2024 · Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to difficulty breathing, wheezing, chest tightness, and coughing. It affects people of all ages, …

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      https://asthma.org.au

      Home - Asthma Australia | The nation’s peak consumer body

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