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Old 19th September 2010 | 21:38
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The diagnosis is usually made "clinically" ie on the basis of a number of factors.

Have a look at the SIGN/BTS asthma guidelines (quick reference guide) for an insight into how the educated guess is made and be careful of anyone with "specialist" in their job title.
http://www.brit-thoracic.org.uk/Clin...3/Default.aspx
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