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. 2006 Sep;61(9):809–816. doi: 10.1136/thx.2005.045179

Table 1 Common aetiologies of asthma exacerbations.

Virus induced Rhinovirus (RV)
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
Human metapneumovirus (HMV)
Influenza virus
Bacteria induced Mycoplasma pneumoniae
Chlamydia pneumoniae
Allergen Fungi
Tree, weed and grass pollen
Indoor allergens
Occupational Animal exposures
Chemical exposures
Irritants Airway pollutants