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Adult Asthma: Asthma Triggers

Asthma triggers vary by person, but the most common triggers stem from exercise, allergens, irritants and viral infections.

The list below from the Cleveland Clinic shows examples of common asthma triggers.

Allergens

  • Animal dander (from the skin, hair, or feathers of animals)
  • Dust mites (contained in house dust)
  • Cockroaches
  • Pollen from trees and grass
  • Mold (indoor and outdoor)

Irritants

  • Cigarette smoke
  • Air pollution
  • Cold air or changes in weather
  • Strong odors from painting or cooking
  • Scented products
  • Strong emotional expression (including crying or laughing hard) and stress

Others

  • Medicines such as aspirin and beta-blockers
  • Sulfites in food (dried fruit) or beverages (wine)
  • A condition called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) that causes heartburn and can worsen asthma symptoms, especially at night
  • Irritants or allergens that you may be exposed to at your work, such as special chemicals or dusts
  • Infections
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