Living with asthma: Causes, symptoms and management
Understanding the risk factors that can trigger an attack is key in managing this chronic condition
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Living with asthma requires a proper understanding of the disease and careful management of the condition. Around 300 million people worldwide suffer from asthma and while there is currently no cure, its symptoms can be controlled and the risks of an attack minimized. By identifying the key factors that trigger an attack, a sufferer can lead a normal and active life. So, what is asthma, what are its causes and how can it be treated?