An asthma attack is a sudden worsening of asthma symptoms caused by inflammation and a narrowing of the airways. This can make breathing difficult and, in severe cases, be life-threatening.

Your asthma symptoms may be triggered by allergens, exercise, or other causes. You may know your triggers and be able to associate them with the beginnings of an asthma attack. Sometimes, symptoms ...

Medically reviewed by Jurairat J. Molina, MD An asthma attack is a sudden or gradual worsening of asthma symptoms. Asthma is a long-term condition that makes breathing difficult due to airway ...

For the 25 million Americans living with asthma, the fear of experiencing an attack without quick access to medication is all too real. While rescue inhalers remain the gold standard for treating ...

An asthma attack is a sudden worsening of asthma symptoms caused by inflammation and a narrowing of the airways. This can make breathing difficult and, in severe cases, be life-threatening. Asthma ...

Sizwe Kupelo’s family called an undertaker after he suffered an asthma attack that rendered him unconscious, or what turned out to be just napping, last Friday. Morgue owner Ayanda Maqolo said ...

By Dr. Olga Guijon Contributing Columnist We’ve all seen the classic portrayal of a kid having an asthma attack on a TV show or movie. Usually what’s depicted, in dramatic fashion, is a severe ...

An Asthma Action Plan can help your child stay active with the right precautions. You can click here and here to learn more about asthma in Hawaiʻi and how to protect yourself and your family.

He has to go to the nurse’s office to use his inhaler if an attack strikes. JoSaun Robinson, 14, holds his inhaler, which provides relief when he has an asthma attack.