R.I.P Howthe.
What a brave man and one who is very caring for his younger brother as evidence from his PS3/360 thread. Cannot believe this is the result of it all now!
And yes, people can die from Asthma, especially if it is severe. I suffer from it myself and can understand what it is like. Anything that affects one's breathing, whether it is Asthma or another condition, should not be taken lightly. Afterall, it is what keeps us humans alive and moving.