how can asthma form?

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Answer 1

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.

Answer 2

Many Triggers: Some triggers of asthma included allegens (dust, pet sander, pollens, grasses and molds), temperature extremes, viruses, exercise and emotions to name a few.

Answer 3

In Children----: As many as 70-80% of asthma episodes in children are triggered by vira or other infections. Allergies are next. Cigarette smoke, cold weather, exercise inducement, are among other causes.

Answer 4

Triggers...: Common asthma triggers include dust, pollen, upper respiratory infections, lung infections, exercise, cold air, food allergies, pet dander, mold, cigarette smoke, etc.

Answer 5

Various: Allergies, dust mites, cold air, viral illnesses, exercise.

Answer 6

Asthma triggers: There are numerous triggers for asthma. Some of the most common ones include: exercise, upper respiratory tract infections, occupational exposures, pollens (trees, grasses, weeds), indoor allergens (dust mite, molds), animal dander (cat, dog), changes in weather, cigarette smoke, strong scents/odors, stress/anxiety, and NSAIDs like aspirin.

Answer 7

Milk, others: Avoid all milk products since the milk protein causes respiratory tract inflammation. Also avoid grains, lentils. Consume veggies, flesh foods, olive oil. Getting 30 -45 min of sunshine at noon daily or taking vitamin D3 10,000 IU/day and taking a good probiotic (not yogurt) help reduce inflammation Yoga breathing exercises 10-30 min/day help too. This may help avoid the need for meds

Answer 8

Can be.: Emotional upheavals are possible asthma triggers in some people.

Answer 9

Can be: Emotional upheaval can definitely worsen asthma symptoms. This particular scenario is responsive to hypnosis for control. Emotional situations are also frequently responsible for patients not using their preventer meds like they should. This, in turn will cause a worsening of asthma symptoms.

Answer 10

More...: ...Nighttime awakenings with shortness of breath, decreased exercise tolerance, and especially an increase in the need for rescue medications.

Answer 11

Difficulties: Difficulty breathing, increased cough, increased wheezing, trouble sleeping or cough at night, decreased exercise tolerance (you can't do as much), and so on. If you measure your breath, you may have a decrease in the amount you can forcibly breath out. If you have pulmonary function testing done, it shows more airway obstruction (usually). More importantly, you feel worse.

Answer 12

Asthma: It can be a manifestation of asthma. Your doctor will take a history and probably a pulmonary function test to be sure. Some cases are affiliated with allergy and some are not.

Answer 13

Perhaps...: This symptom can be due to asthma, or even copd. It can also be due to other lung disorders. You need to see your doctor and you will likely need pulmonary function testing as well as other testing, depending on the results. Good luck!

Answer 14

For: For longer bouts of exercise, use a long-acting bronchodilator.

Answer 15

Keep: Keep your mouth open wide as you breathe in from your inhaler.

Answer 16

Take: Take a shower before bed to get pollen off your hair so it doesn't get on your pillow case.

Answer 17

If: If you have difficulty gauging the severity of an episode, ask your doctor about a peak flowmeter.

Answer 18

Prevent: Prevent the ed visit; measure the peak flow; and follow the action plan.

Answer 19

Anyone: Anyone with inhalant allergies, without asthma at rest, will always have exercise-induced asthma!

Answer 20

If: If you have nasal allergies too, controlling them helps control the asthma.

Answer 21

Learn: Learn and avoid "triggers" the things that cause your attacks. Always have a rescue inhaler & use properly.

Answer 22

When: When using a metered dose inhaler, breathe in slowly over 4-5 seconds. Better results!

Answer 23

Make: Make sure you are using your inhaler(s) correctly.

Answer 24

If: If you are coughing check your peak flow to see if the asthma is flaring up.

Answer 25

During: During pregnancy, asthma can get better (1/3) worse (1/3) or stay the same (1/3).

Answer 26

If: If you are prone to severe attacks, talk to your doctor about having an emergency rx for prednisone.

Answer 27

Excess: Excess weight increases inflammation. Losing weight can reduce asthma symptoms.

Answer 28

Staying: Staying hydrated can prevent bronchoconstriction. Drink plenty of water through the day.

Answer 29

Try: Try to stay away from things that cause an asthma attack.

Answer 30

If: If you have a child with asthma, see a do who does rib raising and see if it helps reduce med needs.

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