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Please, can you describe the primary signs of an asthma attack?
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Cough and more: The major signs/symptoms of an asthma asthma are cough, wheezing (especially on expiration), shortness of breath and chest tightness. These especially occur at night, with colds, around smoke or allergens and with exercise.
Answered 7/29/2013
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