Status asthmaticus is a long-lasting and severe asthma attack that
does not respond to standard treatment. It occurs when asthma
symptoms-difficulty breathing, wheezing, and coughing-fail to improve with
emergency medication treatment.
Status asthmaticus is an emergency situation
that can lead to death. A person with this condition needs to immediately see a
health professional or go to a hospital's emergency department.
Treating an asthma attack as soon as or before it begins may
prevent status asthmaticus or reduce its severity.
