Question 1

how does asthma affect pregnancy?

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Variably: It is important for both mother and baby that the asthma remains under good control, and this can be achieved with medications. Pulmicort and singulair (montelukast) have category b ratings for pregnancy.It is reported that approximatley 1/3 of pregnant asthmatics improve, 1/3 worsen and 1/3 remain the same.  Deterioration of asthma during pregnancy can deprive the baby of oxygen and lead to premature birth.

Question 2

is pregnancy ok at age 44 with asthma?

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Pregnancy and asthma: As long as asthma is well controlled, there is no problem with being pregnant. Age is a different risk factor that needs to be assessed by your obstetrician. See a pulmonologist or allergist to keep asthma in check during the pregnancy.

Question 3

can asthma cause complications in pregnancy?

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Asthma: Asthma ca cause high blood pressure, toxemia, or early delivery. Asthma can all deprive the fetus of oxygen.

Question 4

what should i know about pregnancy and asthma?

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Rule of 1/3: 1/3 of patients have improved symptoms of asthma when pregnant, 1/3 have no change in asthma symptoms and 1/3 of asthma worsens.  Things that happen during pregnancy can aggrave so it is important to treat: reflux, vomitting, expanding abdomen.

Question 5

will my asthma affect my pregnancy? if so, how?

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Probably not: Unless you have a severe attack and end up in ICU and are without enough oxygen for a period of time sufficient to deprive baby too.

Question 6

is it common to develop asthma during pregnancy?

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Asthma: Yes, it is common for patients to develop asthma in pregnancy. You are also taking a beta blocker for BP you may want your doctor to change it to another type of medication as non selective beta blockers can worsen asthma.

Question 7

could asthma effect  badly pregnancy and delivery! thanks?

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Asthma and pregnancy: With appropriate asthma therapy, most women can breathe easily, have a normal pregnancy, and deliver a healthy baby. Overall, the risk of poorly controlled asthma is much greater than the risk of taking medications to control asthma. Asthma therapy during pregnancy is most successful when a woman receives regular medical care and follows her treatment plan closely. Before.

Question 8

my wife got asthma at the time of pregnancy, and how to take care of it ?

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Asthma & pregnancy: Depending on severity of her asthma see either her primary care doctor or asthma specialist, usually a board certified allergist. The onset of asthma during pregnancy is not unusual, possibly due to hormonal changes. Treatment is started related to severity and modified in response to control as with all asthmatics. Don't delay, get evaluated and appropriate treatment.

Question 9

im pregnant and i always have my asthma what medicines can i take that are not affecting my pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

See allergist: Most medications used for asthma does not adversely affect the fetus. In fact, when asthma is not under control during pregnancy, you are more likely to have problem with fetal stress and less than optimal outcome. Be sure to consult a doctor, preferably an allergist, to help control your asthma and recommend measures which may reduce the risk of the child developing asthma/allergies.

Question 10

asthma related question about advair. safe in pregnancy?

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See Below.Category C: The fda uses a pregnancy category c system to classify  possible risks to a fetus when a medicine is taken during pregnancy. Pregnancy category c is given to medicines that have not been studied in pregnant humans, but do appear to cause harm to the fetus in animal studies.Because  advair can be essential for asthma control, mds sometimes recommend that women continue it. Vital to control asthma.

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