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Children's Mercy Hospital

Children's Mercy Hospital

2401 Gillham Road
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 234-3000
www.childrensmercy.org


What is Asthma? (Video)

Asthma is a condition that causes breathing problems. Kids may wheeze, cough, or be short of breath. Watch this video to find out what happens in the lungs when a person has asthma.

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    Asthma

    Learn more about asthma.

Medically reviewed by: KidsHealth Medical Experts
Date reviewed: January 2023