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What are precautions in asthima that one has to take?

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Triggers: Avoid things that you have learned by now will trigger an attack;smoke, dust, pollen, cats etc are common and you can avoid them if you pay close attention.Keep your rescue inhaler on hand for surprises.

Answered 2/22/2013

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