Asthma can occur in any age group from the very young to the very old. However, evidence suggests that a broad range of complicating factors and comorbidities specific to the ageing population frequently confound the accurate diagnosis and treatment of older Australians with asthma.
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- St Morris, SA.
Correspondence: Louise.Houston@health.gov.au
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