Asthma: Causes, Symptoms And Tips To Manage At Home

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What is Asthma?

Asthma is a condition in which the airways narrow & produce extra mucus, leading to breathlessness, coughing and wheezing.

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Symptoms

Breathlessness, chest pain, troubled sleeping, wheezing and chronic cough are common asthma symptoms.

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Causes

A combination of genetics and environmental exposure to allergens can increase asthma risk.

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Triggers

Irritants in air like dust or strong odours, cold, flu, dust mites, pollution, animal dander and extreme weather can trigger asthma.

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Prevention

Identify triggers, stay away from allergens like dust and smoke, keep indoors clean & dust-free, and protect yourself from cold and flu.

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Treatment

Breathing exercises, inhalers and nebulisers and long-term asthma control medications can help in controlling asthma effectively. 

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Asthma Action Plan

Everyone with asthma needs his or her own Asthma Action Plan. Work with your health care provider for a plan that works for you.

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Peak Flow Metre 

It helps in monitoring asthma. Keep a record of your readings and fluctuations. Too many fluctuations means asthma is not in control.

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Manage Stress

Stress and anxiety are crucial asthma triggers. Yoga and meditation are helpful in terms of breathing and de-stressing.

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Covid-19

People with pre-existing medical conditions like asthma appear to be more vulnerable to becoming severely ill with COVID-19: WHO

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