What Are the Top Warning Signs of an Asthma Attack?
• Answer: The top warning signs of an asthma attack include the following: • Wheezing when breathing both in and out • Coughing that won’t stop • Rapid breathing • Chest pain or pressure • Tightened neck and chest muscles, called retractions • Difficulty taking a breath • Difficulty talking • Feelings of anxiety or panic • Pale, sweaty face • Blue lips or fingernails • Worsening symptoms despite use of your asthma medications If you experience any asthma attack symptoms and the symptoms do not improve with your asthma medications, contact your asthma doctor immediately or seek emergency medical treatment. For more information, read WebMD’s Asthma Attack Symptoms.
