(J45) Asthma
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Diagnosis asthma is diagnosed Women are 11.37% more likely than Men
Men receive the diagnosis asthma
49 337 (0.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis asthma
106 912 (1.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease asthma - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 55-59
Disease Features asthma
Asthma - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - asthma
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Asthma - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease asthma
Wheezing in the chest
(Asthmatic breathing, Hissing respiration, Labored breathing, Rattling respiration, Shortness of breath, Stridor)
Wheezing in the chest is a high-pitched whistling sound that occurs when breathing. It is caused by narrowed airways, which can be due to asthma, allergies, a cold, or other respiratory illnesses. Wheezing is usually accompanied by shortness of breath and difficulty breathing. It usually develops gr...
Respiratory failure
(Respiratory distress, Respiratory insufficiency, Respiratory arrest, Ventilatory failure, Respiratory collapse, Respiratory deficiency, Respiratory impairment, Lung failure, Respiratory incapacity, Respiratory breakdown)
Respiratory failure is a life-threatening condition in which the lungs are unable to adequately exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide. It is characterized by shortness of breath, rapid breathing, and an inability to breathe deeply. It can develop quickly or slowly, depending on the underlying cause. Sy...
Rapid breathing
(Hyperventilation, Tachypnea, Panting, Shortness of breath, Labored breathing, Fast breathing, Hyperpnea, Respiratory distress)
Rapid breathing is a symptom where a person breathes faster than normal. It is usually characterized by shallow, short breaths taken at a rate of more than 20 breaths per minute. This symptom can develop suddenly or gradually, and can be caused by a variety of factors, including anxiety, asthma, inf...
Runny nose
Runny nose is a common symptom of a cold or allergies. It is characterized by a clear, watery discharge from the nose and can be accompanied by sneezing, watery eyes, and a sore throat. Runny nose usually begins with a feeling of congestion, followed by a runny discharge that can range from thin and...
Retrosternal pain
(Posterior chest pain, Back chest pain, Rear chest pain, Back-thoracic pain, Retro-thoracic pain, Retro-sternal pain, Retrosternal ache, Retro-thoracic ache, Back-thoracic ache, Rear chest ache)
Retrosternal pain is a burning or sharp pain that is felt behind the breastbone. It can be a sign of a heart attack, acid reflux, or other medical condition. It usually begins as a dull, burning sensation and can worsen with deep breathing or movement. It can be accompanied by other symptoms such as...
Wheezing
(Wheezing, Breathlessness, Shortness of breath, Asthmatic breathing, Asthma attack, Chest tightness, Laboured breathing, Noisy breathing, Rattling breath, Trouble breathing)
Wheezing is a whistling or squeaky sound that occurs when breathing. It is caused by narrowing of the airways due to inflammation, swelling, or mucus. It is often accompanied by shortness of breath and can be worse when exhaling. It can range from mild to severe and can be caused by a variety of con...
Moist cough
(Humid cough, Damp cough, Wet cough, Soggy cough, Sloppy cough, Dripping cough)
Moist cough is a symptom of respiratory illness characterized by a productive cough that results in the production of sputum. It is often accompanied by a sore throat, chest tightness, and difficulty breathing. It may develop suddenly or gradually and can range from mild to severe. It can be caused ...
Dyspnea
(Shortness of breath, Labored breathing, Breathlessness, Air hunger, Difficulty breathing, Gasping, Panting, Wheezing, Tightness in chest, Suffocating feeling)
Dyspnea is a feeling of breathlessness or difficulty breathing. It can range from mild to severe and can be caused by a variety of factors, such as asthma, COPD, heart failure, or anemia. Symptoms of dyspnea may include shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightness, and rapid breathing. Dyspnea can...
Cough
(Hack, Wheeze, Hacking, Coughing, Rales, Choking, Gasping, Barking, Hemoptysis, Whooping, Pertussis)
Coughing is a reflex action that helps clear airways of irritants and mucus. It usually begins as a dry, tickling sensation in the back of the throat that causes an uncontrollable urge to cough. It can range from a mild, intermittent annoyance to a severe, hacking cough that produces thick mucus. It...