• 8 years ago
Most people know that wheezing and shortness of breath are common symptoms of asthma, but a recent survey shows many adults aren’t aware of a number of other telltale signs.

Most people know that wheezing and shortness of breath are common symptoms of asthma, but a recent survey shows many adults aren’t aware of a number of other telltale signs. 

At the request of National Jewish Heath, ORC International Telephone CARAVAN placed calls to just over 1000 grown-ups and asked which options from a list of symptoms were related to asthma.

Nearly half of respondents failed to recognize chest pain and trouble sleeping as indicators. 

The presence of a persistent cough was also missed by a notable percentage. 

A doctor with National Jewish Health commented, “It's not rare that your asthma doesn't present like the textbook. It's actually more common than most people reali

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