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Is it normal to feel socially uncomfortable for having an asthma attack?
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Normal, yes;: Some people feel awkward if they so much as sneeze in public. Should you feel uncomfortable? Absolutely not. No shame in fighting for breath.
Answered 2/13/2013
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