Asthma Attack Warning Signs: A Guide to Early Detection

The symptoms of asthma attack can be different every time such as: sometimes you may have a little cough, sometimes you may have a problem of cough for a long time, especially at night. By the way, let us tell you that coughs in asthma are usually dry. If your cough does not get better even after the cold is cured, then it can be a sign of an asthma attack. In this situation, cough medicine should not be taken.

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When an asthma attack comes, the muscles around the windpipe become tight, due to which the layers of the airway get swollen. In such a situation, a lot of mucus starts forming in the airways, which can block the air tubes in the lungs.

Apart from this, breathing becomes difficult when air gets trapped in the lungs. The first symptom of an asthma attack includes wheezing from the chest. But as the attack becomes severe, chest tightness and shortness of breath start occurring.

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When there is difficulty in breathing, the tissues of the chest and neck contract on each breath. This means that not enough air reaches the lungs and this is a sign of an emergency.

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Blue or brown lips or changing the color of the nails is also a sign of an asthma attack, which indicates that there is not enough oxygen in the blood. This condition is called cyanosis. If this happens, you should seek medical help immediately.

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It is very rare that an asthma attack comes without any warning. If you notice any of the following signs, you need to be careful:

• Loss of appetite
• Fatigue and trouble sleeping
• Persistent headache
• Dark circles under the eyes
• Feeling very tired while exercising

If you are experiencing the following symptoms, seek help immediately:

• Difficulty talking
• Difficulty breathing
• Shortness of breath
• Feeling anxious or nervous
• Prolonged cough
• Face turning pale and sweating
• If you are experiencing the above-mentioned signs, you should be careful and avoid doing anything that may worsen your condition.

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The symptoms of an asthma attack can be sudden and severe, requiring immediate attention. The main symptoms include difficulty breathing, chest tightness or pain, coughing (especially at night or in the morning), and whistling sounds. The person may have difficulty breathing and speaking. Lack of oxygen can cause blue lips or nails. If the symptoms become severe or do not improve even after using an inhaler, it is important to seek medical help immediately. Timely treatment can control the condition.