Fluctuations in Sex Hormones May Drive Asthma Symptoms in Women - Managed Healthcare Executive

Asthma becomes more prevalent in females than males in puberty. Researchers have hypothesized that sex hormones may play a significant role in the manifestation of asthma symptoms.

In childhood, asthma is more prevalent in boys than in girls (11.9% vs. 7.5%). However, at puberty, the trend flips. In adults, the incidence of asthma in men is 6.3% versus 9.6% in women. Additional… [+2673 chars]

full article...