All Asthma Articles

People who suffer from a form of asthma caused by exercise appear to produce less sweat, saliva and tears than people without the problem, researchers say. The findings may shed light on a condition known as exercise-induced asthma, which occurs in some people when they exert themselves in cold air. Writing in the September issue of Chest, the researchers, led by Dr. Warren Lockette of the Read more...

The nation is set to receive between 143 million and 146 million doses of flu vaccine this fall, a record amount that comes as the government is urging more children than ever to be inoculated. Each year, influenza causes 200,000 hospitalizations and 36,000 deaths, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The elderly, young children and people with chronic illnesses are at Read more...

A low-salt diet does not appear to help asthmatics control their condition, a study has said. Research by academics at the University of Nottingham has found that, contrary to previous reports, a salt-free or low-salt diet does not alleviate the symptoms of asthma. During the study, 200 asthma patients who follow a strict low- salt diet were either given a sodium supplement or a Read more...

A project by scientists in the United States and India may soon produce an inexpensive Web-enabled device that will allow asthma monitoring on the Internet. The device that would measure lung function in patients with asthma and other disorders is being developed by the U.S. electronics company Texas Instruments Inc. at its Bangalore, India, facility. The device will allow Read more...

Adapted from the National Institutes of Health by EBSCO Editorial Staff Asthma that is not well controlled can cause many problems. People miss work or school, go to the hospital, or even die because of their asthma. But you do not have to put up with the problems that asthma can cause. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute offers the following tips to help keep your asthma under Read more...

by Amy Scholten, MPH Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and fibromyalgia (FMS) are debilitating and misunderstood chronic illnesses that can strike people of both sexes and all age groups. Partners, friends, and relatives of people with CFS or FMS may feel confused and helpless, not knowing what to say or how to offer support. Perhaps chronic fatigue syndrome or fibromyalgia has stricken your Read more...

by Mary Calvagna A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS) can present profoundchallenges to a relationship. After a companion's diagnosis,a partner may experience his or her own grieving process and mayeven feel guilty about his or her own good health. Communication is a key component in dealing with the addedstress MS may create in a relationship. Openly discussingtheir feelings and thoughts can Read more...

by Amy Scholten, MPHMain Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With CFS | Resource GuideSince no cause for CFS has been identified, the therapies for this disorder are directed at relief of your symptoms until you gradually recover. You and your healthcare provider should work together to develop an individually Read more...

by Michelle Badash, MSMain Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With Asthma | Living With Asthma | Resource GuideAsthma symptoms may differ somewhat in adults and children. In addition, severity and duration of symptoms vary from mild to severe. Common asthma symptoms include: WheezingTightness in the Read more...

by Michelle Badash, MSMain Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With Asthma | Living With Asthma | Resource GuideYou have a unique medical history. Therefore, it is essential to talk with your doctor or healthcare provider about your personal risk factors and/or experience with asthma. By talking openly and Read more...

by Michelle Badash, MSMain Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With Asthma | Living With Asthma | Resource GuideMedications and lifestyle changes are the mainstay of asthma treatment. Alternative and complementary therapies are under investigation to determine whether they may play a role in treatment, as well. Read more...

by Michelle Badash, MSMain Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With Asthma | Living With Asthma | Resource GuideAmerican College Of Allergy, Asthma, & ImmunologyAddress:85 West Algonquin Road, Suite 550Arlington Heights, IL 60005Email Address:mail@acaai.orgInternet Address:http://www.acaai.orgDescription of Read more...

by Michelle Badash, MSMain Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With Asthma | Living With Asthma | Resource GuideThe purpose of screening is early diagnosis and treatment. Screening tests are usually administered to people without current symptoms, but who may be at high risk for certain diseases or Read more...

by Michelle Badash, MSMain Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With Asthma | Living With Asthma | Resource GuideScientists do not know how to prevent asthma because the cause is unknown. For information on reducing the severity of asthma attacks, as well as reducing your exposure to allergens, see lifestyle Read more...

by Michelle Badash, MSMain Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With Asthma | Living With Asthma | Resource GuideA risk factor is something that increases your likelihood of getting a disease or condition.It is possible to develop asthma with or without the risk factors listed below. However, the more risk Read more...

by Michelle Badash, MSMain Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With Asthma | Living With Asthma | Resource GuideAsthma can be difficult to diagnose because the symptoms are sometimes similar to other lung conditions. Initially, your doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history, and perform a physical Read more...

by Debra Wood, RN As the number of people with asthma soars, medical scientists are trying to figure out why. Most experts say that exposure to dust mites, cockroaches, and similar environmental contaminants may lead to asthma. But another theory suggests that modern improvements in public sanitation, vaccination, and medical treatment have contributed to the increasing rates of Read more...

by Karen Cuozzo A normally healthy women suddenly becomes ill. She is so tired she can barely lift her head off the pillow, but no one can diagnose her symptoms, other than to attribute them instead to menopause or nerves. Is this a figment of her imagination? The patient is usually a Caucasian woman in her mid-thirties. She's active and busy trying to manage a family and a job. Once healthy, Read more...

by Pat Curry Improved medications have helped many people with HIV live longer, but treating older adults with HIV presents some unique challenges. The challenges related to diagnosing human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in older adults have been well documented. In many instances, both doctors and patients are uncomfortable discussing risk factors, such as unprotected sex and injection drug Read more...

by Rosalyn Carson-DeWitt, MDDefinitionAsthma is inflammation and narrowing of the airways (called the bronchial tubes).Inflamed Bronchus in the Lungs© 2008 Nucleus Medical Art, Inc.Causes The cause of asthma is not known, although it does seem to run in some families. Current research implicates environmental respiratory exposures in a genetically and biologically predisposed individual. Read more...