A nebuliser is a device that facilitates intake of medication in asthmatic people including children. The medicine is usually in the form of an aerosol and has to be inhaled. Previously asthmatic patients were administered oral medications or injections. These took a longer time to be absorbed and provide relief. Only a very small amount of this reached the lungs as most part was absorbed by other tissues. This may also result in side effects. Medication in aerosol form when inhaled by a nebuliser provided much relief. The aerosol formed into bubbles and reached the bronchioles immediately. ...
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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.
Thursday 26 September 2013
Friday 13 September 2013
Control Your Asthma Through Home Remedies
Asthma is a serious problem and requires your attention in treating it. Developing an asthma action plan with the help of your doctor can go a long way in controlling your problem. Here are some natural simple home remedies to help with asthma: Turmeric: Turmeric is a yellow coloured spice used in a number of South Asian cuisine. ...
Monday 9 September 2013
Bronchial Asthma and Stress
Nearly everyone often use the phrase "stress" in times whenever we believe that just about everything seems to have turned out to be way too much - we are in fact overloaded and wonder whether or not we actually can cope with the stresses placed upon us. Everything giving you a challenge or even a threat to your very own well-being is a stress. ...
Friday 6 September 2013
Asthma and Air Purification
If you have a child with asthma or you suffer from asthma than you might want to create a safer environment at home by removing things that trigger asthma. Careful observation on your part as well as some help from your doctor can go a long way in helping your child. Asthma is basically a disease of respiratory tract characterized by symptoms such as coughing, shortness of breath and tightness in chest. ...
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