As a chronic lung disease that affects more than 26 million Americans, asthma is often seen as a common condition. But it’s not always taken seriously. Why not? Well, first of all, not everyone with ...

Asthmatic smokers may be able to reverse some of the damage to their lungs that exacerbates asthmatic symptoms just by putting down their cigarettes, according to new research. Asthmatic smokers may ...

What Are Pulmonary Function Tests? To diagnose asthma, your doctor will review your symptoms, your medical and family history, and may do lung function tests (also called pulmonary function tests).

The human immune system is an incredibly complex web of cells, tissues and organs that defend the body by responding to pathogens -- outside invaders that could harm the body. When a virus, bacteria, ...

Yoga and breathing control practices, in combination with aerobic training, are particularly key exercises for asthmatic people seeking to improve their lung function, a new peer-reviewed study ...