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Respiratory infections can cause asthma attacks
Asthmatics are more prone to attacks if they have a respiratory infection. 80% of children's asthma attacks and 50% of adult attacks occurred because of respiratory infections. The recommendation is that asthmatics have a flu shot, maintain good hygiene to prevent contamination. The symptoms of asthma deterioration include declining peak flows, coughing, nighttime waking and increased inhaler use.
Source: summary of medical news story as reported by Allergies
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- Declining peak flows
- Coughing
- Nighttime waking
- Increased inhaler use
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About: Respiratory infections can cause asthma attacks
Date: 1 November 2004
Source: Allergies
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