Scientific studies show that weather can affect asthma symptoms.
Some people find their asthma symptoms are worse at certain
times of the year. For others, a severe storm or sudden weather
change may trigger an attack. Cold, dry air is a common asthma
trigger and can cause severe symptoms, especially for people who
play winter sports and have asthma symptoms when they exercise.
Hot, humid air also can trigger asthma symptoms. In certain
areas, heat and sunlight combine with pollutants to create
ground-level ozone, which can be a strong asthma trigger. Wet
weather (which encourages the growth of mold) and windy weather
(which blows pollen and mold in the air) can cause problems,
too. If you think weather may be triggering your asthma, work
with your doctor to track your symptoms using an asthma symptoms
trigger diary. Talk to your doctor about allergy testing if you
think that your asthma symptoms may be triggered by pollen,
mold, or other allergens. Tips to Try Once you've figured out
what kind of air quality