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How common is asthma in Ireland?
Is it becoming more common?
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What is asthma and what causes it?
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What goes wrong in the lungs to cause asthma?
Can you explain the tightening of the airways and inflammation?

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What do inhalers do?
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How do steroids work?
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Can children with asthma grow out of the condition?
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Should children with asthma avoid P.E. classes, sports, etc?
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How do you know if you have had a bad asthma attack and what do you do?
When is medical help necessary?
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What are nebulisers? Who are they for? Should people with asthma have them at home?
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Is it safe for a woman with asthma to continue taking her medication during pregnancy?
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