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Protein clue to asthma attacks

The Advertiser (Australia):

Sydney scientists have discovered what they believe could be the cause of severe asthma attacks. A special protein that only asthmatics produce has been identified as the key to the severe breathing difficulties they experience.

Sydney University's division of pharmacology revealed the breakthrough yesterday.

It is the first time researchers have found what could be the cause of blocked airways during asthma attacks.