Is asthma infectious?--
No, it is not.

Does it run in families?--
Yes, it is common to find a close relative suffering from asthma.

Do you need to avoid any particular food, drugs, dyes?--
If you know that any particular food, dye, preservative, drugs causes an attack; try to avoid it.

Do children grow out of asthma?--
Yes, about half the children who have asthma are free of the problem by mild adolescence, many by 10 years of age.

How do you know whether your child has asthma?--
**Attacks of asthma generally start with cold, running nose.
**Dry or frequent cough at night.
**Wheezing particularly when breathing out.

Can exercise induce asthma ?
Yes. exercise can induce asthma.

Is cigarette smoking safe in asthma?
No. Refrain from smoking if you are an asthmatic.

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