Asthma

Asthma is common. The typical symptoms are wheeze, cough, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. Symptoms can range from mild to severe. Asthma cannot be 'cured', but treatment is usually effective. Many people with asthma use an inhaler each day to keep symptoms away.

• Asthma - a picture summary Click here for a full explanation of the mechanism of asthma
• Asthma Inhalers Inhalers are the main treatment for asthma. There are many different types of inhaler, which can be confusing. The purpose of this leaflet is to give information on: the medicines that are inside...