Dr. Cecille Ho, DMD ,

“Early Signs of Asthma: How to Recognize Symptoms Before They Get Worse” helps patients and caregivers spot subtle warning signs—recurrent cough (especially at night or with exercise/laughter), wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath, and colds that linger—along with patterns linked to triggers like allergens, smoke, cold air, or viral infections. It explains how signs can differ in children versus adults, offers simple tracking tips (symptom diary, peak-flow checks), and outlines when to seek medical evaluation and ask about spirometry and an asthma action plan. With practical steps on trigger reduction and appropriate medication use, the article empowers readers to act early, improve control, and prevent flare-ups and emergency visits.