Exercising in hot weather can increase your risk of dehydration or even heat stroke. You can take precautions to prevent ...

Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD Exercise-induced asthma (known medically as exercise-induced bronchoconstriction) is a condition in which physical activity triggers symptoms similar to asthma.

What Is Exercise-Induced Asthma? It's when your airways squeeze or get narrow during physical activity. Its medical term is exercise-induced bronchoconstriction. It can cause coughing, wheezing ...

Wheezing or pronounced whistling sounds during exertion may indicate exercise-induced bronchoconstriction, a condition that affects approximately 15% of the general population and up to 45% of ...

Exercise-induced laryngeal obstruction (EILO) is caused by paradoxical inspiratory adduction of laryngeal structures during exercise. EILO is an important cause of upper airway dysfunction in young ...

According to Dr Patel, exercise-induced bronchoconstriction is most likely to occur when running or cycling in polluted areas or playing outdoor sports.

While those with asthma can be affected, even individuals without the condition can experience symptoms of exercise-induced bronchoconstriction when trying to keep fit in cold weather.

Dr Patel explained: "Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB) is the medical term for exercise-induced asthma. While up to 90% of people with asthma also have EIB, you may experience EIB even if ...

Cover your mouth and nose when you exercise in the cold (a cloth face mask is great for this, or use a scarf or a buff).

Intense exercise Bronchoconstriction during intense physical activity is known as exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB). It is not a sign of low fitness; many world-class athletes live with EIB.