Question 1

what causes an asthma attack?

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Many triggers: Asthma starts with inflammation of the airways. That inflammation can be triggered by many exposures, such as allergies, infections, and weather changes. Irritants like cigarette smoke and dust can also start an asthma attack. Exercise for many people can also cause symptoms. In the last few years, acid reflux has been recognized as a cause for asthma. Avoiding & controlling these prevents attacks.

Question 2

can plants cause asthma attack?

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Asthma: If you are allergic to pollen yes you can have asthma from certain pollenating plants, see an allergist and determine what your triggers are to know what to avoid.

Question 3

what exactly is an asthma attack?

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Swelling of airway: Asthma is a combination of airway swelling, constriction of the small airways and increased mucus production.  This occurs in the small airways called the bronchioles.

Question 4

what to do to ease asthma attack?

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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 5

how to be safe from asthma attack?

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Control it: If your asthma is under control , your attacks should be infrequent. If you are currently having one, you should useyour albuterol inhaler. Consult an allergist, find your triggers and get an asthma action plan.

Question 6

what can trigger an asthma attack?

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Asthma triggers: Asthma triggers can be broadly divided into :
(1) inhaled allergens - e.g. Dust mites, trees, grasses, pollen, animal dander etc.
(2) inhaled irritant - includes perfumes, cleaning agents, wood burning fire place.
(3) reflux diease 
(4) tobacoo smoke
(5) rhinitis.
(6) work-related.

Question 7

can i almost have an asthma attack?

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Almost?: Shortness of breath does not necessarily mean asthma. Many people get this but do not have asthma. To make sure, get tested by your physician- its easy.
Good luck.

Question 8

how long can an asthma attack last?

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Indefinitely: Many cases of asthma involve ongoing inflamation of the airways. In these situations, the asthma attack may continue until the inflamation is controlled. Inhaled steroids are the first line of treatment for those who need to use albuterol to reverse asthma symptoms more than twice per week. Unfortunately, scientific studies have suggested that not all asthma patients may respond well to steroids.

Question 9

how badly could an asthma attack be?

Accepted Answer

Consider 911: Asthma is a common disease, but it does kill over 3, 000 people in the us every year. Make sure you always carry a rescue inhaler.  See a physician to make sure your asthma is adequately controlled.

Question 10

what to do incase of an asthma attack?

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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.

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