Hello
Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum.
Bronchial asthma causes due to
allergy due to some allergens .
These allergens are , dust , mite, pollen ,molds , sudden fall and rise of temperature ,
anxiety , smoking , fine dusting powder .
Avoidance from these predisposing factors help.
Usually this type of symptoms occurs due to
bronchoconstriction and there develops ,running nose, whistling sound during breathing, tears from eyes with itching .
Bronchodilators +antihistamine (OTC ) will provide quick relief.
Coffee + steam inhalation also help.
Hope these information will be helpful for your roommate.
Good luck.
Dr. HET