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I used to have asthma when i was younger but now it is gone. how is this possible?
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Not uncommon: It is not uncommon for individuals who experience asthma as children to "outgrow" asthma. I used a parenthesis because though it may seemed to have disappeared it may return down the road.
Answered 6/24/2013
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