谁得了哮喘?

• The cause of asthma is unknown
• You are more likely to develop asthma if you are related to someone with allergies or asthma
• If you have a history of eczema or allergies

• With treatment, most people can live normal lives
• 哮喘 that is not well controlled can cause many problems
• People miss school and work, go to the hospital and some even die if asthma is not cared for
• The symptoms that people experience can change as they age and grow

You may have all of these symptoms, some of these symptoms, or just one.

• 干咳嗽
• Wheezing (a whistling noise when you breath out)
• Chest tightness or hurting (the feeling that someone is squeezing or sitting on your chest)
• Shortness of breath

哮喘 can flare–up when exposed to triggers. Triggers can include:

• Changes in the weather
• 烟
• 过敏
• 疲劳
• Illnesses—upper respiratory infections—colds or flu
• Certain medications or foods
• Exercise—running or playing hard—especially in cold weather
• Laughing or crying hard
• 压力
• Environmental exposure—dust, dustmites, molds, trees, grass, pollen, animal dander, cockroaches
• Strong odors—perfumes, cleaning products
• 某些食物

• Take medicines as directed
• Remove or keep away from smoke and avoid triggers
• Eat right, exercise and get enough rest
• See your doctor at least every three to six months