Understanding asthma
Asthma is a condition affecting the airways - the small tubes that carry air in and out of the lungs.
- What is asthma?
- What causes asthma?
- Symptoms of asthma
- Types of asthma
- Asthma and your emotions
- Frequently asked questions
Understanding asthma
Asthma is a condition that affects your airways – the small tubes that carry air in and out of the lungs.
The more you understand the condition, the better position you’re in to work out with your healthcare team how to manage it well. Managing it well means that asthma will affect your life as little as possible.
