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Asthma Triggers

The things that set off an asthma attack are different for each person. Learn how to identify your personal triggers so you can avoid them and take control of your condition.

Asthma: Causes and Risk Factors

By Pat Bass, MD

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Aspirin-Exacerbated Respiratory Disease: Overview and more

Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD

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Can Watching Fireworks Cause Health Problems?

Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD

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Asthma and Bronchoconstriction

Medically reviewed by Daniel More, MD

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Zinc Deficiency: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Medically reviewed by Benjamin F. Asher, MD

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Summer Allergy-Induced Asthma

Medically reviewed by Benjamin F. Asher, MD

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How to Deal With Asthma and Fall Allergies

Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD

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How Pet Dander Affects Your Asthma

Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD

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What to Do If a Cold Makes Your Asthma Worse

Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD

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How Vaping Affects Asthma

By Daniel More, MD

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Living With Dogs When You Have Asthma

Medically reviewed by Benjamin F. Asher, MD

Could Household Mold Be Worsening My Asthma?

Medically reviewed by Benjamin F. Asher, MD

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Are Asthma Irritants Triggering Your Symptoms?

Medically reviewed by Benjamin F. Asher, MD

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Fragrance Sensitivity: Overview and More

Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD

Asthma in winter

How Winter Can Affect Asthma

Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD

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Severe Asthma: Overview and More

By Daniel More, MD

Is Stress Worsening Your Asthma?

Does Stress Affect Your Asthma?

Medically reviewed by Benjamin F. Asher, MD

Woman with breathing difficulties, France

Overview of Premenstrual Asthma

Medically reviewed by Benjamin F. Asher, MD

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How Summer Heat and Allergens Affect Asthma

By Pat Bass, MD

Is Genetics One of the Major Causes of Asthma?

Medically reviewed by Benjamin F. Asher, MD

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Home Humidity and Your Asthma

Medically reviewed by Benjamin F. Asher, MD

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How Sleep Apnea Can Worsen Your Asthma

By Daniel More, MD

Woman wheezing after exercise

Less Common Causes of Chest Wheezing

Medically reviewed by Benjamin F. Asher, MD

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The Link Between Hay Fever and Asthma

Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD

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What Is Exercise-Induced Asthma?

Medically reviewed by Daniel More, MD

Ragweed Allergy: Overview and More

Medically reviewed by Daniel More, MD

GERD May Be Causing Your Uncontrolled Asthma Symptoms

Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD

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Wheezing: Causes and Risk Factors

Medically reviewed by Benjamin F. Asher, MD

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What Is Aspirin-Induced Asthma?

By Anna Loengard, M.D.

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The Link Between Asthma and Food Allergies

Medically reviewed by Daniel More, MD

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Exercise-Induced Asthma: Overview and More

Medically reviewed by Daniel More, MD