Asthma Attack – Causes & Prevention
Asthma Attack • Asthma, also called as “Bronchial asthma”, is a very common respiratory issue. • Millions of people suffer from asthma, and medical experts opine that more are expected in near future, probably due to several causative factors.
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What is an asthma attack? An asthma attack is an abrupt worsening of asthmatic symptoms that occur due to tightening of respiratory muscles, causing bronchospasm (constriction of airways). A person with poor immune system is highly susceptible to bronchial asthma. Some people may suffer from an asthma attack while performing rigorous physical activities; this is often called as exercise-induced asthma. www.myhealthpharma.com
Causes of Asthma Attack The main reason behind asthma is idiopathic. Environmental factor such as exposure to allergens Common allergens include dust, dust mites, air pollutants, tobacco smoke, mold, extreme cold, airborne viruses, pet dander, etc. www.myhealthpharma.com
Rapid breathing Spasmodic cough
Pale and sweaty face
Symptom of asthma attack
Severe wheezing
Anxiousness
Difficulty in talking
Shortness of breath
Chocking sensation
Tightness in chest
Blue lips and/or fingernails
Tightness in neck muscles www.myhealthpharma.com
How to treat asthma attack? • First need to talk with doctor about the asthma and prevention of asthma attack • Avoid triggering factors and take medications properly
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Two types of asthma medications
Instant-relief medicines • Provide quick relief from acute attack. • A medicated inhaler is prescribed to relax muscles of airways • Allow the air to flow freely. • Generic Theochron, Generic Flovent and Generic Ventolin are inhaling medicines
Long-term medicines • Used for asthma attack prevention • Reduce inflammation of airways. • Prescribed to asthmatic subjects is Generic Singulair (Montelukast).
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Here are some ways to prevent Asthma attack • Eliminate the risk factor • Carry inhaler at all times • Avoid triggering factor or allergen • Avoid going outside when climate is extremely cold
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• Wear a face mask when you are supposed to go out • Increase your immunity by eating foods rich in antioxidants
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