Question 1

small asthma attack and full body redness smooth bumps . itchy itchy everywhere!!! no fever , no vomiting . some coughyness. this is 5th time , i got.

Accepted Answer

Please see ur doctor: this could be kind of urticaria, affecting your mucos membranes as well causing the asthma and vomiting, since it is frequently recurring it needs medical evaluation, please see your / a doctor asap, good luck

Question 2

cn asthma attack cause vomitting? i also hv severe diarrhea frm 2 mnths..bt my diarrhea is bettr my doc gav me antidepressant. i cnt keep nythng down.

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, an asthma attack can put stress on the intestines and with an asthmatic cough cause vomiting. Sounds like you have several things going on that need medical attention. Symptoms like these deserve a full evaluation in person by your health care provider.

Question 3

what to do to ease asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

Asthma is not a game: Asthma attacks, status asthmaticus, can be an acute medical emergency and usually requires medical intervention.  Get to medical care not only to relieve this attack, but to start appropriate daily controller therapy. Asthma is not a game. Don't play doctor!

Question 4

what to do incase of an asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

Rescue inhaler: Take your rescue inhaler (albuterol, proair, ventolin, xopenex) 2-6 puffs if you're having an attack.  You can give it up to three times, 20 minutes apart, but if your symptoms do not improve, you should immediately go see a doctor for further evaluation.  If your attacks are frequent, schedule a visit to your physician who can recommend maintenance medications to alleviate your symptoms.

Question 5

how to know it is my first asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

Hard to tell: A good history and spirometry test will give your physician am excellent way to diagnosis asthma. If your first attack is bothering you, get your physiican to test you. Good luck.

Question 6

is it possible to die from an asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

Yes : Sadly a severe, untreated asthma attack has the potential to be fatal.

Question 7

what exactly happens during an asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

Constriction & mucus: An asthma patient has episodes of bronchospasm (airways tighten up) plus swelling of the airways & increased mucus, causing difficulty breathing and creating wheezing noises. Inhalers like albuterol relax & open up airways; inhalers like Flovent (steroid) prevent or decrease swelling & mucus. Many children outgrow their asthma, so are almost "cured" but may get an episode years later.

Question 8

what can happen if you have an asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

Mild to death: If the asthma attack is mild , you may get over it on your own. If it is severe, you may die from it. It is always a good idea to check with your family doctor who will be able to get a more accurate history and likely obtain a lung function test on you to assess the severity of your disease this in turn will determine the type of treatment required.

Question 9

what to do if someones having an asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

Consider 911: Asthma is a common disease, but it does kill over 3, 000 people in the us every year.  Make sure they use their rescue inhaler medications, but if they continue to have trouble they may need emergency care.  Better to be safe than sorry.

Question 10

how to know if you are having an asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

Wheezing?: Wheezing , shortness of breath , chest tightness, and chronic cough (especially with exercise) in various combinations.  However other diseases may mimic asthma and you should see your doctor soon.

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Small asthma attack and full body redness smooth bumps . itchy itchy everywhere!!! no fever , no vomiting . some coughyness. this is 5th time , i got.

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