14 Asthma Symptoms You Should Know

ByAgkidzone Staff

Updated: Jun 13, 2024

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Asthma is a lung disease. It causes breathing issues. People of all ages may develop this condition. The airways become narrow. Also, they get swell due to asthma. That is why, they produce additional mucus. Therefore, you may feel difficulty in breathing. Asthma also triggers coughing. You can hear a whistling sound while breathing.

People may develop asthma in childhood. For some, asthma is a minor disease. For some, it is a severe condition. Unfortunately, no one can cure asthma. It is a chronic condition. Here are the signs and symptoms.

Irritation From Cigarette Smoke

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Chest Tightness

Chest tightness is common in asthma patients. This creates intense pressure in the ribs. You may feel the tightness around the ribs. It can continue to remain. However, the pressure may come and go. Also, an asthma patient can feel the tightness around the neck. Thus, it results in breathing difficulties.

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Blue Fingers And Lips

During asthma, your body lacks oxygen. So, the lips and fingers may turn blue. People with light skin can identify this symptom very easily. However, blue fingers and lips also indicate other issues as well. They include blockage of arteries, blood clots, chronic lung diseases, and other heart diseases. That is why, immediate medication is always recommended.

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Wheezing Or Whistling

Asthma triggers wheezing or a continuous whistling sound during breathing. This can occur because of the tightness of the chest. Besides they occur due to coughing and breathing difficulties. On the other hand, multiple respiratory issues can also trigger wheezing.

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Breathlessness

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Asthma Medication

Sometimes, the body produces symptoms of asthma. The doctors then prescribe asthma medications. But what if you don't have asthma? Well, if the medicine relieves the symptoms, you may have asthma.

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Coughing

Asthma triggers severe coughing mostly at night. You will notice a dry cough without mucus. This can affect your sleep. You will suffer from fatigue the next day. What triggers the cough mostly at night? The reason is still unknown. Some say it can happen due to the sleep position. According to some, our body is more exposed to allergens at night. And some say it is the hormones that are secreted at night. However, sleep with the head of the bed raised. It will help. It prevents the cough triggered by asthma.

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Fainting

People may faint due to a severe asthma attack. This is because the brain lacks oxygen at that time. Besides, our nervous system gets strained due to excessive coughing. Your blood pressure may fall. Those who faint due to asthma require instant medication. Patients may feel dizziness due to asthma.

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Disorientation

Our lungs can’t supply oxygen to the brain due to asthma. So, we may feel dizzy and confused. Diabetic patients also notice these symptoms. Instant medical attention is required in this situation.

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Feeling The Seasonal Changes

People can suffer from pollen-induced asthma. It occurs in seasonal changes. Hay Fever is common in this case. Asthma patients can develop weakness in seasonal changes.

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Awake At Night

Asthma patients can awake at night. They can’t sleep. Extreme coughing can disrupt their sleep.

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Asthma From Exercise

Some people can develop asthma due to extreme exercise. This may get worse. Avoid extreme dry or cold air in this situation.

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Asthma From Allergies

These signs can be seen due to airborne pollutants. They include cockroach waste, skin particles, mold spores, dried saliva, pollen, etc.

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Occupational Asthma

These symptoms and signs can be triggered by workplace irritants. They are gases, dust, and chemical fumes.

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When Should You See A Doctor?

• When you have extreme breathing issues.
• When you see no improvement or relief even after using an inhaler and medicines.
• When you feel breathlessness after doing minimum physical exercise.

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