Asthma symptoms are different for everyone. Some may experience asthma attacks at specific times like when they are exercising or experience symptoms frequently. Here are some symptoms you may be experiencing:
- Shortness of breath
- Chest tightness or pain
- Wheezing when exhaling
- Trouble sleeping caused by symptoms above
- Coughing or wheezing attacks that can be made worse by a respiratory virus
There are some unusual symptoms you may experience with asthma. Here are some examples that you may run into:
- rapid breathing
- sighing
- fatigue
- inability to exercise properly
- difficulty sleeping
- anxiety
- chronic cough without wheezing
But, there are also some symptoms that are signs that your asthma is getting worse. If you are experiencing these symptoms, consult a health professional:
- Experiencing asthma symptoms more frequent and are more bothersome
- Breathing is becoming more difficult
- Need to use a quick-relief inhaler more frequently