Asthma

Question 1

Name three things that can cause asthma:

Answer 1

Pollen; allergies; heavy exercise; cold; dust; pollution; stress; strong emotions; animals; weather; dust mites; mould; strong smells; tobacco smoke.

Question 2

Name three ways in which people can get asthma:

Answer 2

1: Genetic
2: Increasing pollution
3: Being too clean as a child (you do not have a fully developed immune system)

Question 3

What happens to the airways?

Answer 3

The airways become inflamed meaning there is less space for air to get through. Also excessive mucus is produced that also blocks the airways.

Question 4

Name three symptoms of asthma:

Answer 4

Symptoms: Shortness of breath; coughing while laughing; coughing while playing sport; difficulty breathing; trouble sleeping; chest pains; fatigue; always getting colds;