Asthma Diagnosis

Asthma diagnosis typically involves a doctor evaluating your medical history, symptoms, and conducting a physical exam. Common symptoms include wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and persistent coughing, especially at night or during exercise. Pulmonary function tests, like spirometry, measure how well your lungs work by assessing airflow and lung capacity. Sometimes, allergy tests or bronchial provocation tests are used to identify triggers. The goal is to confirm asthma and rule out other conditions, leading to an appropriate management plan for better breathing and overall health.