Since I have talked of colds and allergies I guess it is natural to feel compelled to discuss the challenges a paediatrician faces with managing asthma. My moment of truth came when a close friend of mine broke down as I was nebulizing her nephew. ...
Asthma Attack Blog
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.
Monday, 2 June 2014
Monday, 24 March 2014
And The Cough Goes On
Do you have a cough that has lingered for more than a couple of weeks? This could be the result of the common cold, bronchitis or sinusitis. But it may also indicate an underlying problem such as asthma, acid reflux, or even pneumonia. Don't just tough it out if your cough lingers. Have it evaluated by your primary care physician or a pulmonary specialist. ...
Friday, 14 March 2014
Homeopathic Treatment for Asthma - The Safer and Smarter Alternative
With rapidly increasing air pollution across the globe, especially in urban and industrial hubs, there has been an alarming rise in the incidence of asthma and other respiratory illnesses all around the world. Homeopathic treatment for Asthma is one of the fastest growing and highly respected modes of Asthma treatment in the modern world today. ...
Tuesday, 25 February 2014
Living With Asthma: Discover How To Relieve Symptoms
Most of us know someone who suffers from asthma! What can we use to help relieve the symptoms or this distressing ailment? ...
Thursday, 20 February 2014
Does Asthma Cause Claustrophobia?
If you're asthmatic does that necessarily mean you are going to be claustrophobic? As an asthmatic, I can see the correlation. There are some studies that show there is a correlation. For me, I can fight them both but I can't defeat them. ...
Tuesday, 11 February 2014
Things I Did to Cope Up With Asthma
I developed allergic rhinitis as a young boy, and by the time I got into College, I started experiencing asthma attacks as well. Life is difficult for an asthma sufferer like me, and other people out there suffering from the same condition would agree with me about that. ...
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