Question 1

is blue skin caused by asthma exacerbation in adults? what are the symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Serious complication: Cyanosis in an asthmatic is an ominous sign, life threatening.

Question 2

what would cause an inspiratory wheeze in an adult? i have no history of asthma or smoking.

Accepted Answer

Possible stridor..: If there is a high-pitched sound when you inhale, this could be stridor which is caused by a narrowing of the upper airway. You need to see a doctor asap; if you are short of breath, go to the er. If this is stridor, it could lead to upper airway obstruction, which can be life-threatening. Get to a doctor today for evaluation and treatment!

Question 3

i read that 45-70% of adults with asthma also have gerd? what is the cause? my asthma is caused by allergies. could gerd be cause by allergies?

Accepted Answer

GERD: Most cases of Gastro-esophageal reflux are due to the loose sphincter at the junction of the esophagus with the stomach. This allows some the gastric secretions to get up to the upper aero-digestive tract and this can trigger cough and even wheezing. In some of these cases with the reflux is properly treated the asthma symptoms can also improve

Question 4

hyper reactive airway  issues or adult onset asthma 29 yr w/m no previous issues can't find cause or treatment to get out of distress? please help!

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Specialist: About 20% of all adult onset asthma is occupationally triggered.  Recent infections can trigger ongoing lung problems that may be difficult to treat. An asthma specialist either allergist or pulmonologist can provide a thorough evaluation to assist in finding the diagnosis and correct treatment.

Question 5

what is the chance that blue skin is caused by asthma exacerbation in children? what are the usual symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: If an asthma attack is very severe it can lead to respiratory failure where, the oxygen level can decrease and lead to cyanosis (bluish color of the lip and around the mouth). This is a very late sign in an asthma attack and an emergency.  The usual signs of asthma in children is relentless cough, wheezing, shortness of breath/difficulty breathing.

Question 6

what causes asthma?

Accepted Answer

Genes + environment: People with asthma usually are predisposed to be allergic. This is usually inherited, and so caused by your particular genes. However, this alone is not enough. There is also clearly an effect from the environment you live in. Exactly what in the environment is responsible is unknown, but is the object of much interest and research.

Question 7

what usually causes asthma?

Accepted Answer

Numerous reasons: In children asthma is often linked to allergies. As we age, exercise induced asthma , occupational asthma and attacks not related to allergies play a larger part. In addition, asthma is sometimes mistaken for something else. Get checked to make sure.

Question 8

what causes frequent asthma?

Accepted Answer

Lots of things: There are many asthma triggers. In some cases they can be identified &amp; avoided, or desensitization therapy by an allergist might help. But in most cases, the triggers are difficult if not impossible to avoid, and the answer lies in calming down the asthma response with an inhaled corticosteroid. If asthma symptoms are frequent or severe, increased treatment is needed to avoid serious consequences.

Question 9

do ozone pools cause asthma?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Unlike pool chlorine which is a  known trigger for asthmatics, at this time ozone has not been reported to cause any triggers. Interestingly, many highly trained, olympic level swimmers do suffer from asthma which has been related to constant exposure to pool chlorine. Ozone appears to be a safer, though more expensive alternative.

Question 10

what are the causes of asthma attacks?

Accepted Answer

Many: Virus infection, exertion, air pollution, allergens, weather change, tobacco smoke, and even stress.

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