What are the signs and symptoms of asthma?

Common signs and symptoms of asthma include:
  • Shortness of breath
  • Chest tightness or pain
  • Wheezing (especially in children)
  • Trouble sleeping due to breathlessness, coughing, or wheezing
  • Coughing or wheezing worsened by respiratory viruses (e.g., cold or flu)