Types
This type of asthma is triggered by allergies like pollen or dust.
allergic asthma
This animal can cause asthma symptoms
Pet(like a cat/dog)
This handheld device delivers asthma medicine quickly during an attack.
Inhaler
A whistling sound when you breathe.
Wheezing
You can outgrow asthma?
Myth (Asthma can improve, but it doesn’t usually go away completely.)
This type of asthma happens during or after physical activity.
exercise-induced asthma
A common weather-related trigger that makes breathing harder.
Cold air
This type of inhaler helps stop symptoms right away.
Rescue inhaler (like albuterol)
You feel like your chest is being squeezed.
Chest Tightness
Only kids get asthma.
Myth (Asthma can develop at any age.)
This type is harder to control than usual and may require advanced treatment like biologics.
severe asthma
These tiny airborne particles from trees, grass, or weeds.
Pollen
This kind of medicine is used regularly to help keep asthma from showing up for a long period.
long-term asthma medicine
You feel out of breath doing normal activities.
Shortness of Breath
People with asthma should avoid exercise.
Myth (Exercise is okay with proper management and medication.)
This is a temporary worsening of asthma symptoms
asthma flare-up or asthma attack
Secondhand smoke contains this asthma-worsening substance.
This type of medicine is taken every day to reduce swelling in the lungs and help prevent asthma symptoms.
inhaled steroids (like a vapor)
This symptom causes you to feel very tired.
Asthma can be life-threatening.
Fact (Severe asthma attacks can be dangerous without treatment.)
Asthma caused by exposure to chemicals or fumes at work.
occupational asthma
Asthma can be triggered by strong emotions or this body reaction.
stress
This machine turns liquid medicine into a mist so it can be breathed in more easily, especially for young children.
Nebulizer
This asthma symptom often worsens at night, making it difficult to sleep for people with asthma
Coughing
Asthma medicine is only needed during an attack.
Myth (Many people need daily control medication.)