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How can one prevent an asthma attack?
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In order to minimize asthma triggers, people with asthma can take an active role in controlling their condition by identifying those things that trigger their asthma attacks and taking measures to minimize these triggers at home and at work or school. For example, if cats and dogs trigger your asthma, then not having a cat or dog or minimizing expo
Do asthma remedies stunt growth?
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There is a small link between inhaled performance enhancers and reduced growth in children. If your child is taking inhaled performance enhancers, your GP or asthma nurse will want to monitor their height and weight at least once a year. If you're worried, speak to your GP or asthma nurse about your concerns. Remember, though, that if your c
Do asthma attacks damage lungs?
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If you have frequent asthma attacks, your airways can become scarred and narrower. This is sometimes called airway remodeling. If this happens, it means that less air can move through your airways and your symptoms may become worse or more frequent. You are more likely to have frequent asthma attacks if you don't take your remedies regularly as