For most children, asthma symptoms may manifest intermittently when triggered by certain activities or stimuli. For older adults who have been newly diagnosed, their symptoms are often persistent and noticeable daily. Additionally, adults may have a higher chance of developing asthma at a later stage in their life if they are obese or are often exposed to irritants including mold, dust, cigarette smoke, or certain work materials. Men are less likely than women to develop asthma after the age of 20. While adult-onset asthma is less common than childhood asthma, it can be just as disruptive to your daily life. From taking the stairs at work to completing chores around the house, if you can’t breathe, you can’t be as productive as you would like to be. At Piniella Asthma + Allergy, our adult asthma doctors can provide the care you need to help you breathe better.