Women and Asthma

Although boys are more likely than girls to have asthma, adult women are more likely than men to have asthma. Women are more likely than men to be hospitalized or to die from asthma. Research shows that asthma may be linked to women's hormonal changes. For example, asthma attacks may take place just before or during a woman's period.

A side effect of steroid medicines used for asthma is loss of bone density, which can lead to osteoporosis. Talk to your health care provider about ways to keep bones strong.