ASTHMA RELIEF CHARITY

Registered Charity No: 1063965

 
 

FAQ's

1. WHAT IS ASTHMA?
   
   Asthma is an illness affecting our airway tubes. Those small tubes are instrumental in carrying air into and out of our lungs.
   
    

2. WHO GETS ASTHMA?
   
   People of all ages may suffer from Asthma. There is a high percentage of under 5 year old children who suffer from Asthma. This happens due to over sensitive air tubes. This, in turn, makes the muscle around the tubes tighten, thus narrowing the tubes, restricting the amount of air coming in and going out. It is a fact that quite a few young people grow out of Asthma. There is also a high proportion of elderly people suffering from Asthma.
   
    

3. FIRST SYMPTOMS OF ASTHMA
   
   Coughing.
   
   Shortage of Breath.
   
   Wheezing.
   
   Slight Whistling Noise.
   
   These are all symptoms of Asthma. Please refer to your Doctor for further information.
   
    

4. WHAT CAUSES ASTHMA?
   
   It is difficult to state the real cause of Asthma, as Doctors are still trying to find the cause.
   
   Pollution does not help an Asthmatic person.

• It is known to be hereditary, similar to other ailments.

• Pets have also been considered an added risk for those suffering from Asthma.

• Smoking is another cause to agitate Asthma.

• Pollen can also agitate the Asthma sufferer.

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