Asthma

How Much Do You Know about Asthma Triggers?

Asthma flare-ups can be started by things known as triggers. Do you know what can trigger asthma? Test your knowledge.

1. Pet birds don’t cause a problem for people with asthma.
2. Which of these can trigger an asthma flare-up?
3. Laughing or crying can trigger an asthma flare-up.
4. It’s a myth that perfume can trigger asthma flare-ups.
5. Which of these is an asthma trigger?
6. Mold is a common cause of asthma flare-ups.
7. Which of these things can cause an asthma flare-up?
8. It’s OK to use ammonia or bleach to clean if you have asthma.
9. Tiny bugs called dust mites can cause asthma symptoms.
Online Medical Reviewer: Gotwals, Jessica, RN, BS
Online Medical Reviewer: Pedersen, Deborah, MD
Online Medical Reviewer: Sather, Rita, RN
Date Last Reviewed: 12/1/2022
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