General Medical Conditions

Question 1

What are major signs & symptoms for asthma?

Answer 1

Chest tightness/pain (in children)
Coughing (especially at night)
Prolonged dyspnea (short breath)
Difficulty sleeping
Wheezing (after exercise)
Inability to catch one’s breath
PA affected by difficulty breathing
Accessory muscles used to breathe
Breathing difficulty in morning
Breathing difficulty with exposure to certain allergens/irritants
Coughing or wheezing when exercising
Family history of asthma
Well conditioned athlete performing below other athletes of same conditioning
Personal history of allergies (hay fever, eczema)