Question 1

what is the scientific explaination for why steam is good for asthma?

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?: Who said steam is good for asthma?  Depending on severity you need bronchodilators and or antiinflammatory agents.

Question 2

can my asthma make my diastolic numbers go up my numbers are usually in the 70's and these past few days its been in the 80's?

Accepted Answer

Asthma: First thing to do is stop smoking.  Next do youtake inhalers for your asthma which can elevate your heart rate and blood pressure?  If you continue to have your blood pressure increase or is time to see your doctor!

Question 3

why is amlexanox prescribed for asthma in japan but not in the u.s.?

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Discontinued In USA: AMLEXANOX WAS USED IN usa for canker sores.It is an Anti Inflammatory,Anti Allergy
In USA it was patenteIN 1994
It was never approved for Asthma Treatment in USA.We do not know the cause
For some reason it's use was discontinued for canker sores in USA

Question 4

can asthma return?

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Possible: It is not unusual for a patient to have a history of asthma as a child/teen have the symptoms resolve and then return as an adult.

Question 5

how can asthma form?

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Difficult to answer: Most asthma that starts in childhood can be linked to allergies. As we mature, other "triggers" may come into play such as occupational triggers (dust from manufacturing or fumes), pollution, etc. Though it sometimes can be difficult to put a finger on the cause, the treatments are usually the same- rescue inhalers and controllers  (if necessary). Getting tested is always the best thing to do.

Question 6

how does asthma spread?

Accepted Answer

Many causes 4 asthma: Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways caused by both inherited and environmental factors. It doesn't spread like infections but develops in patients when inflammation leads to spasm of muscles around the windpipe and the airways become hypersensitive. Many factors trigger asthma, including allergies, respiratory infections, weather changes, irritants, exercise, and acid reflux.

Question 7

how do i go about asthma?

Accepted Answer

get to the root: The first thing is to be tested for your asthma. It is a simple test called spirometry. This , and your history, will permit the physician to make a proper diagnosis and recommend treatment. If you know now what things trigger an attack, either get rid of them (rugs, etc) or try to avoid contact (cats and dogs). 
Remember, get tested first.
Good luck.

Question 8

is garlic bad for asthma?

Accepted Answer

No: No problems with garlic.

Question 9

how can i stop m'y asthma?

Accepted Answer

see answer: Stop smoking and avoid second hand smoke, if you are overweight, than weight loss with a good exercise program and diet is recommended.  Avoid triggers that may exacerbate your symptoms.  Some people with asthma may have a genetic component and will simply need inhalers and meds to help with the disease.  Best wishes.

Question 10

how do you diagnose asthma?

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Symptoms, testing: Asthma is a respiratory condition diagnosed by compatible symptoms in a person who demonstrates airway obstruction on a breathing test that improves after a medication to open airways (albuterol).  If symptoms are suggestive (chronic cough, wheezing, shortness of breath, typically worse at night) and criteria are met on a breathing test, then asthma can be definitively diagnosed.

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