Athsma has many symptoms some of which are coughing, wheezing, tightness of the chest, shortness of breath when walking or exercise. You say you are ill due to cough problems, is that chest infections or just bouts of coughing spasms ? If you find you are having breathing problems always see your G.P who can monitor any symptoms you are having.
Hello,
Cough is a symptom of asthma flaring. You should talk to your dr about this and develop a treatment plan called an Asthma Action Plan for when you become symptomatic. The plan will tell you what medication(s) to increase and what dosages you should be on to avoid a serious flare.
Feel better.