Screening and diagnosis
... Diagnosing occupational asthma is similar to diagnosing nonoccupational asthma. But there''s an important difference. Because occupational asthma is covered by state workers'' compensation laws, your ...

Signs and symptoms
... Signs and symptoms of occupational asthma may include: Wheezing Coughing Shortness of breath Chest tightness Difficulty exercising Other possible accompanying signs and symptoms may include: Runny nos...

Causes
... More than 250 workplace substances have been identified as causes of occupational asthma. These substances typically fall into one of six categories: Animal substances. These include proteins found in...

Risk factors
... You''re at risk of developing occupational asthma if you work around substances that are known to cause the disease. Although a family or personal history of allergies or asthma may elevate your risk,...

Risk factors
... You''re at risk of developing occupational asthma if you work around substances that are known to cause the disease. Although a family or personal history of allergies or asthma may elevate your risk,...