When symptoms of asthma such as coughing, wheezing, chest tightness or shortness of breath suddenly become more severe, more frequent or both. They are also called asthma flare-ups or asthma episodes.
respiratory disorder characterized by wheezing; usually of allergic origin
a sudden onset of labored or restricted breathing accompanied by wheezing and/or cough, shortness of breath and chest tightness
a sudden worsening of asthma
a sudden worsening of symptoms
When asthma symptoms suddenly increase and it becomes harder to breathe. Attacks can range from mild to life-threatening. They can develop slowly or happen very fast. Asthma attacks need to be treated as soon as possible. The Asthma Action Plan should include directions to treat asthma attacks.
Refers to times when asthma symptoms, like wheezing, chest tightness, cough, or shortness of breath, suddenly become more severe, happen more often, or both.
Worsening of asthma-related coughing, wheezing, and breathlessness that can happen quickly or gradually over time.
An asthma attack is the onset of very severe asthma symptoms. An asthma attack can make breathing so difficult that emergency treatment is needed.