There are several triggers that may irritate the hypersensitive airways in people with asthma and provoke an asthma episode.
Common triggers include:
- Irritants such as:
- Tobacco smoke
- Exercise
- Weather changes
- Outdoor pollutants
- Exposure to indoor chemicals
- Allergens such as:
- Dust mites
- Pet dander
- Pollen
- Moulds
- Cockroach allergen
- Foods or food additives
- Other factors that can trigger episodes and influence asthma severity:
- Upper respiratory/viral infections
- Rhinitis/Sinusitis
- Gastroesophageal reflux
- Sensitivity to aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS)
- Topical and systemic beta-blockers
Women and Children
Promoting Asthma Control in Children
Background Information