They should also consider
vocal cord dysfunction, GERD, postviral tussive syndrome, allergic rhinitis, and even whooping cough — all of which can mimic asthma.
Vocal cord dysfunction, now also referred to as exercise - induced laryngeal obstruction (EILO), has been shown to improve for athletes after being trained to use the new techniques.
A novel set of breathing techniques developed at National Jewish Health help athletes overcome
vocal cord dysfunction and improve performance during high - intensity exercise.
Since other diagnoses such as
vocal cord dysfunction, de-conditioning, over-training and cardiac abnormalities can present similar symptoms, it is important to rule them out.