However, those affected should consult a doctor at the very first typical symptoms of asthma and have a comprehensive check-up, as an asthma attack can also be life-threatening if not adequately treated. The so-called status asthmatics runs for hours to days and requires intensive care.
Typical Asthma Symptoms
The symptoms of extrinsic and intrinsic asthma, allergic and no allergic asthma, are very similar, but the causes are different. Shortness of breath, cough, and tightness in the chest are among the most common and typical symptoms of bronchial asthma. Whistling sounds during breathing and difficulty breathing during exercise are characteristic. These symptoms should promptly the family doctor or a pulmonologist (pulmonologist) to be visited.
In General, the Following Symptoms may occur:
1- Shortness of breath and shortness of breath (often seizure)
2- Hissing and whistling noises when breathing (wheezing)
3- Coughing fits (especially at night)
4- Expectoration of tough-glassy mucus
5- A tightness in the chest
6- The duration of exhalation is prolonged
These signs can occur either individually or together. Their intensity and frequency depend on the severity of the asthma disease. The symptoms are often stronger at night and sometimes stay away for weeks and months. In addition, asthmatics are often sensitive to cold, heat, fumes, gasoline, sprays, cigarette smoke and dust. The symptoms can also occur with physical or mental stress. People who suffer from coughing again and again or for a long time should also be examined by a doctor.
In the case of intrinsic (non-allergic) asthma, patients often also suffer from polyps in the nose and/or sinusitis. In case of extrinsic (allergic) asthma, the symptoms occur when in contact with a specific irritant.
Symptoms According to Severity
Level 1 Asthma - Intermittent
The patient suffers from respiratory distress at most once a week and from nocturnal respiratory distress twice a month. Complaints such as coughing and difficulty breathing occur intermittently recurring.
Stage 2 Asthma - Slightly Persistent
Cough irritation and respiratory distress occur during the day at most once a week and at night three times a month. The symptoms are mild and the physical activity is impaired.
Level 3 Asthma - Moderately Persistent
Physical activity is impaired and symptoms worsen when sleeping. Despite regular medication, the symptoms occur every day and once a week at night. Especially in the morning, the lung function is limited and there are often respiratory or coughing fits.
Level 4 Asthma - Persistently Severe
Despite a regular intake of medication, the symptoms occur daily and often at night. The symptoms get worse at night and physical activity is impaired. The lung function is often limited and it comes to coughing fits daily and often also to attacks at night.
Symptoms of Asthma Attack
An asthma attack almost always starts with a dry cough and the typical tightness in the chest. Subsequently, there is a shortness of breath or shortness of breath. The breathing is whistling and rattling. By a cramping of the bronchial muscles and an increased secretion of mucus, the spent air is difficult to exhale and in the lungs, there is no longer sufficient space for fresh air. Therefore, it is difficult for the asthmatic to inhale and inhale. As a result, there is respiratory distress and possibly an asthma attack.
Symptoms of an Asthma Attack
Coughing, shortness of breath and wheezing also occur in asthma attacks, but the symptoms are more intense. In addition, there is a gasping breath, tachycardia, bluish-colored skin and a bloated chest with raised shoulders. The affected person experiences anxiety, restlessness, and confusion as well as exhaustion and speechlessness. Back pain can also occur. The effect diminishes when taking appropriate rescue medication.
Symptoms of a Severe Asthma Attack
In contrast to a mild asthma attack, the severe seizure cannot be mitigated or prevented with rescue medication. The condition may even worsen and may lead to a status called asthmatics, a long-lasting, severe attack that may even disturb the function of the heart and is therefore life-threatening.
A severe asthma attack causes severe respiratory distress and a strong speech disorder. Instead of whistling, no breath sounds are audible and the bronchi tense. The lips and nail beds turn blue due to the lack of oxygen and there are also disorders of consciousness. With over 25 breaths a minute, breathing is superficial and fast.
If such symptoms occur, the local rescue service should be called immediately.
Symptoms of Asthma Cardale
Asthma cardiae have asthma-like symptoms. However, these are caused by mitral stenosis or advanced left ventricular failure. This often leads to nocturnal coughing and shortness of breath. Through a comprehensive examination and a lung load test can be clarified whether the complaints are asthma.
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