URMC / Encyclopedia / Content Search Encyclopedia Asthma in Children Index Asthma is considered a chronic respiratory disorder that requires clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below is some additional information about asthma, for which we have provided a brief overview. All About Asthma Asthma Attack Triggers Avoiding Asthma Triggers During an Asthma Attack Peak Flow Meters / Oximeters / Spirometers Levels of Asthma Hand-Held Nebulizer Treatments Asthma and Children