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Can asthma turn into copd or pulmonary fibrosis? prevention?

Q: can asthma turn into copd or pulmonary fibrosis? prevention?

: Wheezing and asthma may be commonly associated with allergies, but can be encountered with lung infections (COVID-19), and a variety of pulmonary disorders. COPD and Pulmonary Fibrosis are not caused by asthma, but clearly can present with respiratory symptoms. If you have difficulty with asthma management, see a lung specialist.

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Wheezing and asthma may be commonly associated with allergies, but can be encountered with lung infections (COVID-19), and a variety of pulmonary disorders. COPD and Pulmonary Fibrosis are not caused by asthma, but clearly can present with respiratory symptoms. If you have difficulty with asthma management, see a lung specialist.

Answered 1/24/2022

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