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