what is asthma? and how to cure and get ride of asthma

Asthma - The Basics

Asthma can be controlled. For your health and your family, it is very important to know the following information

What is asthma?

Asthma is a disease of the lung caused by a reaction to certain chemicals or conditions. In the asthmatic it develops in the bronchi and bronchioles.

Who can have asthma?

Children generally. Adults too, both men and women of all ages, races and occupational groups. Many people who develop asthma seem to inherit a tendency to be allergic (sensitive) to various substances. Generally these people have had some previous allergies such as rash, hives or itchy nose.

 

Symptoms of asthma

A person with asthma have symptoms all the time. Asthma episodes can occur in any season and can last minutes, hours or days, stating:

• Shortness of breath
• Cough
• Hiss or whistle in the chest. Breathing and heartbeat become faster

What is the cause of asthma?

At present, the cause of why a person develops asthma. What is known is that once an individual is diagnosed with the condition may react to certain substances or conditions in the environment, known as triggers.

Effects of an asthma episode

When reacting to any triggers, increases mucus production, edema and no bronchospasm and bronchioles. These disorders cause obstruction of the entrance and exit of air to the lungs manifested by respiratory distress. After disappearing episode of asthma, lung function usually returns to normal. Asthma episodes can cause lung damage.

Treatment of asthma

There are two types of drugs

1. Bronchodilators are medicines that relax the muscles around the bronchi and air passages open.
   These come in different forms:
   
   • MDI
   • Inhalers used with a nebulizer (machine therapy).
   • A powder-filled capsule which is inhaled by using an attachment called dry powder inhaler
   • Liquids or tablets
   • Injections
   Examples: Beta2-Agonist and Theophylline
2. Anti-inflammatory Medications that reduce or eliminate inflammation in the bronchi.
   These come in:
   
   • MDI
   • Liquid for use with respiratory therapy machine
   • Tablets
   • Injections
   Examples: Cromolyn or Intal and Corticosteroids

How to prevent episodes?

1. The doctor and patient should begin by looking for the factor that caused the asthma episode
2. The patient should keep a journal of their reactions to dust, food, animals, weather, etc.. Skin tests sometimes help identify substances that may be causing a reaction
3. Once you identify the triggers of their asthma episodes should avoid
• Try to avoid breathing vapor cleaners, paints and liquid bleach
• Avoid personal products such as deodorant sprays, perfumes, hair sprays, cosmetics talc and fragrance
• Avoid loose powder homemade effects when used as curtains and upholstered furniture
• Regularly clean dust around and where to accumulate. Use a damp cloth
• Use damp mop instead of a broom to sweep
• Keep clean air conditioners like the fans
• Avoid carpets, curtains and other items to decorate the room
• Do not smoke and avoid being around smokers
• Avoid plants pollen. Try to avoid, insofar as possible, leaving home at noon or in the afternoon
• Avoid animals that cause reactions
• Wash clothing weekly
• Keep the house clean
• Cover mattress and pillows with a plastic cover
• Clean wet areas (bathrooms, kitchen and basement) with a liquid bleach to remove mold
• Avoid foods that cause reactions such as milk, eggs, shellfish, nuts or chocolates
• Avoid strenuous exercise, do so in moderation. If the air is warm and moist can increase your exercise pace. At the first sign of "dick" or difficulty breathing stop immediately and rest
• Avoid exercise in cold dry air
• Stay away from people who are suffering from a cold or other respiratory diseases
• If nervous tension and stress will cause asthma episodes, try to avoid
• Ask your doctor about using meter peak flow breathing air "peak flow" as a measure to prevent asthma episodes
• Many times you need to take medication to prevent asthma episodes. These should be administered as directed by the physician

If you have asthma should take the following precautions:

how to cure and get ride of asthma: 

Visit your doctor for proper diagnosis and effective treatment of asthma.
Do not take any drugs or soothing without doctor's permission. Some drugs and injections that are not harmful to many people, cause severe asthmatic reactions. Fever is preferable to take acetaminophen instead of aspirin.
A relaxed state of mind and an atmosphere of calm and serenity will help alleviate the severity of asthma episodes.
Your doctor is the best I can tell you how to avoid many of the episodes of asthma and relief thereof.
With proper care most people with asthma can lead normal lives, comfortable and useful.
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