Exercise-Induced Asthma Symptoms

Symptoms usually begin about 5-20 minutes after beginning to exercise. The symptoms usually peak about 5-10 minutes after stopping exercise, then gradually diminish. The symptoms are often gone within an hour, but they may last longer. Symptoms include one or a combination of the following:

• Coughing
  
  
• Wheezing
  
  
• Chest tightness
  
  
• Chest pain
  
  
• Prolonged shortness of breath
  
  
• Extreme fatigue 

• Children may complain of not being able to keep up with peers in games and sports.
  
  
• They may say they don't like games or avoid participating.
  
  
• This can lead to problems with socialization or self-esteem in some children.