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Allergic asthma
Asthma triggered by exposure to the same substances that trigger allergy symptoms.
- Treatment can help, but this condition can't be cured
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging rarely required
- Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong
An allergy is when the immune system mistakes a harmless substance, such as pollen, as dangerous. The body releases chemicals to attack the substance.
Common: More than 200,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
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Allergic asthma is triggered by inhaled allergens such as dust mites, pet dander, pollen, mold, etc. resulting in asthma symptoms.
Allergies and asthma: A Mayo Clinic specialist explains the connection, and what you can do to prevent attacks and manage symptoms. By Mayo Clinic Staff.
Sep 21, 2023 · The symptoms that go along with allergic asthma show up after you breathe things called allergens (or allergy triggers) like pollen, dust mites, ...