Question 1

what is asthma a risk factor for?

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Asthma is a risk factor for::   Anaphylaxis, Atopic dermatitis, Collapsed lung, Conjunctivitis, Gastroesophageal reflux disease, Group B streptococcal infection, Nasal polyps, Panic disorder, Pulmonary Aspergillosis, Snoring, Asthma, Eczema, Allergic conjunctivitis, Bronchitis, Psoriasis & Eczema, Food allergy, Allergies, Hay Fever, Scalp psoriasis, Sputum, Phlegm, Esophagitis.

Question 2

what are some of the risk factors for getting asthma?

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The risk factors for getting Asthma include::   Allergen, Gastroesophageal reflux disease, Nasal polyps, Obesity, Tobacco smoking, Asthma.

Question 3

can you tell me, are mild asthmatics at risk for asthma attacks?

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Yes: All asthmatics are at risk for severe asthma attacks. Unfortunately being a mild asthmatic does not preclude one from have a severe asthma flare.

Question 4

are there any non-dry powder inhalers for my asthma?

Accepted Answer

Yes: For rescue medications: proair, ventolin, proventil, (albuterol) xopenex
for controller medications: qvar, flovent.

Question 5

are people with asthma at higher risk for catching covid?

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Not for catching: People with asthma are not at higher risk of catching Covid-19,but may be at risk for having worse respiratory symptoms.Any viral illness can trigger some people’s asthma,so if that is generally the case,it may happen with Covid-19. Additionally, it may be difficult to tell the difference between breathing difficulty from asthma and that from Covid.Continue regular meds and call MD if not helping.

Question 6

what are some non-medical things i can do help my asthma?

Accepted Answer

Proper diet...: ...Exercise, vitamins, an upbeat outlook, and a clean, smoke-free environment can be very helpful.

Question 7

i suffer from asthma, am i at risk of dying from covid-19?

Accepted Answer

Be careful : Asthma is a comorbidity that puts you at added risk with Covid so please protect yourself, shelter in place until the pandemic is over, and if you must go into public areas wear a mask.

Question 8

are people with asthma at greater risk at contracting covid?

Accepted Answer

So far no : The early data has surprised us by finding asthma is not listed as a contributing factor to serious cases. Certainly those with uncontrolled or marginally controlled asthma may be sidelined by any respiratory infection. However, the lack of controlled asthma in the mix has been a surprise.

Question 9

suggest some good homemade remedies for non-allergenic asthma?

Accepted Answer

Not many: Drinking a lot of coffee appears to improve mild asthma. Ma huang , a chinese herb, is essentially Ephedrine which was extensively used for asthma treatment decades ago. 
Make sure your serum vitamin d level is optimal since low plasma vitamin d level may render you less response to inhale steroid. 
You really need to see your family doctor about this since asthma treatment is not for amateurs.

Question 10

are people with asthma at higher risk of poor outcomes from covid?

Accepted Answer

Asthma &amp; CIVUD 19: Yes, people with moderate to severe asthma (especially if not well -controlled) have an increased risk of a poor outcome with COVID 19.  REF:  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/asthma.html

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