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How does stress affect the lungs? how can i prevent stress from aggravating my asthma?

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Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Check with your doc: You may need more anti-inflammatory medciations. Check with your doc. Stress does usually not affect your lungs but you may need pulmonary function testing.

Answered 3/14/2013

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Dr. Lokesh Guglani answered

Specializes in Pediatric Pulmonology

Directly linked: Stress & anxiety are known to be associated with worse asthma symptoms. It is important to learn relaxation techniques (meditation or yoga) & spend time focusing on altering your response to situations/circumstances that generate anxiety. Having a treatment plan for asthma that you can self-manage as per your symptoms can help. Talk to an asthma specialist near you to discuss yr treatment options.

Answered 10/4/2016

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