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Is it really asthma, or is it something called vocal chord dysfunction (VCD)? According to new research, a VCD attack can mimic wheezing. As a result, many children are misdiagnosed with asthma every year, a big problem since asthma meds have no effect on VCD. Interested in reading more? Check out Science Daily's recent article on the subject:

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2007/08/070830160759.htm


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