Diseases

Exercise Induced Asthma

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Exercised-induced asthma is a narrowing of the airways in the lungs that is triggered by strenuous exercise. It causes shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing and other symptoms during or after exercise. The preferred term for this condition is exercise-induced bronchoconstriction .

SYMPTOMS

Chest tightness or pain, cough, shortness of breath, wheezing., Underperformance or poor performance on the field of play., Fatigue, prolonged recovery time., Gastrointestinal discomfort.

CAUSES

The dry and/or cold air is the main trigger for airway narrowing (bronchoconstriction). Exercise that exposes you to cold, dry air is more likely to cause asthma symptoms than exercise involving warm and humid air. Other triggers that can make eib symptoms worse: pollution levels.