Asthma
Breathe in, breathe out.
Here’s What Asthma Symptoms Really Feel Like During an Attack
And how to keep them in check.
By Korin Miller and Kimberly GoadReviewed by Purvi Parikh, MD
COPD vs. Asthma: What’s the Difference Between These Lung Conditions?
Telling them apart comes down to a few key factors.
By Kimberly GoadReviewed by Panagis Galiatsatos, MDMedically reviewed by Panagis Galiatsatos, MD
Allergic Asthma Is Way More Common Than You Might Think
Here’s how it differs from typical seasonal allergies.
By Kimberly GoadMedically reviewed by Kristin Sokol, MD, MS
Exercise-Induced Asthma Doesn’t Have to Ruin Your Workouts
Don’t let asthma ruin your joy.
By Korin Miller and Ashley AbramsonMedically reviewed by Shewit Giovanni, MD, MS
Here’s What It’s Really Like to Live With Allergic Asthma
And why your triggers matter.
By Katie Bowles
How to Get Your Allergic Asthma Symptoms Under Control
Because you shouldn’t have to suffer through this.
By Korin MillerMedically reviewed by Kristin Sokol, MD, MS
5 Allergy Triggers That Can Set Off Asthma Symptoms
Many of them can easily lurk in your home.
By Korin MillerMedically reviewed by Purvi Parikh, MD
Could Your Allergies Actually Be Causing a Type of Asthma?
Look to your triggers for the answer.
By Kimberly Goad and Korin MillerMedically reviewed by Panagis Galiatsatos, MD
Jessie James Decker’s 2-Year-Old Son Was Hospitalized for Breathing Issues
“It’s scary to watch his vitals drop."
By Carolyn L. Todd
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I’m Black and Can’t Protest Because of My Asthma—Here’s How I’m Still Fighting for Change
To be Black in America is itself a powerful protest.
By Candace Bond-Theriault
Does Asthma Increase Your Risk for Severe Coronavirus Symptoms?
What asthma patients need to know right now.
By Sarah Jacoby
Here's How to Manage Asthma If You Usually Rely on the E.R. for Care
Figuring out a plan is essential.
By Natasha Lavender
What Needs to Happen to Fix Race-Based Asthma Health Disparities?
The solution is multifaceted.
By Nina Bahadur
Will My Child Outgrow Asthma?
In some cases, asthma symptoms disappear later in life. Learn more about whether your child could outgrow asthma.
By Mayo Clinic Staff
Hygiene Hypothesis: Does Early Germ Exposure Prevent Asthma?
According to the hygiene hypothesis, early childhood infections can help prevent asthma. But is that the case?
Air Pollution And Exercise: Is Outdoor Exercise Risky?
Air pollution and exercise—Take precautions for safer exercise, especially if you have health problems.
Winter Is Coming—Here’s How to Keep It From Affecting Your Asthma
Do your body a solid.
By Korin Miller
How to Know if Your Seemingly Harmless Cough Is Actually Asthma
Your body might be giving you some hints.
By Korin Miller
I Thought I Could Handle My Asthma Attacks, Until I Ended Up in the ER
Yes, asthma can be life-threatening.
By Kate Gardner
The FDA Just Recalled Montelukast Pills for a Dangerous Labeling Mistake
It's used to manage asthma symptoms.
By Sarah Jacoby