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Why would my asthma come back after being dormant for over seven years?

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Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Nobody knows: We will get the Nobel prize once we find out. Fortunately, we know how to fix asthma.

Answered 8/4/2014

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Not uncommon: When asthma is diagnosed after age 3 years, some of those with mild asthma may "outgrow" it usually around puberty. However those with moderate to severe asthma tend to have it for a long time. As for why does it come back, that's a question we are still searching for an answer. The answer may be from a viral respiratory tract infection rekindling the airway inflammation or hormonal changes.

Answered 4/7/2017

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