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Could i die if i have an asthma attack and i fall asleep?

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Yes/No: Most people will not sleep during a severe asthma attack. Yes asthma can be fatal if a severe attack. One may fall asleep if the carbon dioxide goes up and you fatigue your muscles. Rare but can happen. Maintain good asthma control.

Answered 4/19/2014

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