ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Asthmagen

Ok kiddo, so have you ever heard of asthma? It's when your breathing gets really hard and you can't breathe well. It's not fun at all, right?

Well, an asthmagen is something that can make asthma worse or even cause it in some people. It's like a bad guy that attacks your lungs and makes it harder for you to breathe.

Some things that can be asthmagens are things like smoke, dust, pollen, and some chemicals. When people with asthma are exposed to these things, it can make their breathing worse and make them feel sick.

So it's important to avoid these things if you have asthma and to be careful around them. And if you ever feel like your breathing is getting harder or you're having trouble breathing, make sure to tell a grown-up so they can help you.
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