Coughing

Coughing from asthma often is worse at night or early in the morning, making it hard to sleep.

Wheezing

Wheezing is a whistling or squeaky sound that occurs when one breathes.

Chest tightness

Someone may feel like something is squeezing or sitting on his or her chest.

Shortness of breath

Some people who have asthma say they can’t catch their breath or they feel out of breath. They feel like they can’t get air out of their lungs.

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