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Asthma Attack Triggers

Although in asthma the underlying airway inflammation is always there, an asthma attack can be triggered or worsened by a number of factors. There are two types of asthma attack triggers;

Allergens and Irritants

* Common asthma allergens include pollen, animals and house-dust mites.
* Common asthma irritants include cold air, cigarette smoke and chemical fumes.

An allergen is a substance that causes asthma attack symptoms by bringing about an allergic reaction. An irritant is a substance that precipitates an asthma attack by aggravating the airways.

Keeping a diary of the times and circumstances that precipitates your asthma attack or causes your asthma to worsen can help you and your doctor pinpoint exactly what your asthma triggers are. Once you have identified your asthma triggers, you can take steps to deal with them.

Tuesday, 23 July 2013

Natural Cure for Asthma Found in Fiji

According to the medical profession there is no known cure for asthma, or is there? Hidden in the South Pacific islands of Fiji, a natural remedy using a sacred coconut has been known and documented for decades. One young Australian boy, visiting the islands for a vacation, decided to try this herbal treatment after many years of steroids, inhalers and medication. One year later he is still asthma free and how enjoys the things who only dreamed of doing a few years back - scuba diving and eating ice cream ...

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