HEALTH chiefs have advised people on the symptoms of asthma.
Asthma is a common condition affecting the lungs which causes breathing difficulties.
Symptoms include breathlessness, coughing, tightening of the chest and wheezing.
Dr Stuart Berry, GP lead for respiratory conditions at East Lancashire and Blackburn with Darwen Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs, said: “People who use inhalers often notice that the cold weather makes it worse. They may also notice that they are coughing more, have more wheezing or are getting out of breath more easily.
"If this is happening to you and your inhalers are not helping, please contact your GP practice and ask for an appointment with their asthma nurse or GP."
For more information, visit https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/asthma/
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