Can Allergies Cause Asthma? Compare Two of the Most Common Chronic Conditions

Allergies and asthma are similar but not the same. Learn whether allergies can cause asthma, signs of an asthma attack and more with this in-depth guide to two of the most common chronic conditions in the U.S.

Can Allergies Cause Asthma? Compare Two of the Most Common Chronic Conditions

In This Article:

  • Allergies can cause asthma, but it’s not always a result of an allergic response. Similarly, allergies can affect many different parts of the body aside from the lungs. While closely related, they are not the same.
  • Asthma can be caused by allergies, respiratory infections, weather changes and poor air quality. Signs of an asthma attack include coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath.
  • Allergies are most commonly triggered by pollen and pet dander. Symptoms include watery eyes, runny nose, swollen throat, skin rashes and, in some cases, asthma attacks.

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