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. 2013 Nov 22;62(3):93-8.

Asthma attacks among persons with current asthma - United States, 2001-2010

Jeanne E Moorman, Cara J Person, Hatice S Zahran; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
  • PMID: 24264497

Asthma attacks among persons with current asthma - United States, 2001-2010

Jeanne E Moorman et al. MMWR Suppl. .

Abstract

Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways that is characterized by episodic and reversible airflow obstruction, airway hyper-responsiveness, and underlying inflammation. Common asthma symptoms include wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath. With correct treatment and avoidance of exposure to environmental allergens and irritants that are known to exacerbate asthma, the majority of persons who have asthma can expect to achieve optimal symptom control.

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