Asthma-Adult Prevention
Is it possible to prevent Asthma-Adult? Read what the medical community suggests for prevention methods in the condition center at ThirdAge.com.
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How to Prevent Asthma-Adult
There are no guidelines for preventing asthma because the cause is unknown. However, you can help prevent asthma attacks by avoiding things that trigger the attacks. Some general guidelines include:
- Keep windows closed.
- Consider getting HEPA filters for your heating/cooling system and your vacuum cleaner.
- Keep the humidity down in your house.
- Avoid strenuous outdoor exercise during days with high air pollution, a high pollen count, or a high ozone level.
- Get a yearly seasonal flu shot. Also get the pandemic H1N1 flu vaccine once it is available.
- Treat allergies and sinusitis.
- Don't smoke.
- Avoid breathing in chemicals or second-hand smoke.
- Don't regularly use a wood-burning stove. Researchers reported that heating systems that are more efficient and non-polluting can help to reduce asthma symptoms in children.
- If allergies trigger your asthma attacks, ask your doctor about allergy shots.
- Talk to your doctor about:
- An appropriate level of exercise for you
- Ways track your asthma-This will help you to identify and treat flare-ups right away.
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