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Can a person develop asthma at 16 years of age?
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yes you can!: You can develop the first asthma attack at 16 years of age. Asthma is an inherited disorder which shows up at different ages.
Answered 2/5/2017
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Yes: However, a number of different conditions can be confused with asthma. If you suspect that you have asthma, see your doctor and have spirometry to support the diagnosis. It is better to initiate treatment sooner rather than later.
Answered 2/9/2017
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