ASTHMA….. What is Asthma ?

WHAT IS ASTHMA? Asthma (AZ-ma) is a chronic (long-term) lung disease that inflames and narrows the airways.

go to clinic / hospital ASAP – for Doctor’s evaluation & treatment ASTHMA SIGNS : Non-stop coughing Followed by Wheezing Then difficulty in breathing Chest tightness Plus family history… go to clinic / hospital ASAP – for Doctor’s evaluation & treatment

When your asthma symptoms become worse than usual, it's called an asthma attack. In a severe asthma attack, the airways can close so much that your vital organs do not get enough oxygen. People can die from severe asthma attacks.

ASTHMA….. What causes it ?

ENVIRONMENTAL TOBACCO SMOKE (ETS) You should not smoke in your office / home or allow anyone else to. For some people, the smell of tobacco smoke alone may trigger asthma. 2. ANIMALS DANDER No matter what your favorite pet is - dog, cat, bird, hamster or guinea pig They all shed dander that can worsen allergies and asthma.

3. DUST MITES Both dust mite pieces and dust mite droppings are allergens that travel through air and can trigger the allergic cascade and worsen asthma. They can be found commonly on carpets, mattresses, pillows and upholstered furniture. 4. WEATHER Whether its very humid or too cold, may also trigger asthma

5. FOOD Cocoa / chocolate Nuts Soy & wheat Glutinous rice Honey dew / water melon, etc… 6. STRESS 7. LAUGHTER Laughing too much…. get asthma

ASTHMA….. Treatment

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY DRUGS : Aerobid Asmanex Azmacort Flovent Pulmicort Symbicort (a combination medication that includes a steroid plus a long acting bronchodilator drug) Qvar

CRONIC ASTHMA ATTACK : USE NEBULIZER (@ home / clinic / hospital)

ASTHMA care….. Right Medication and Exercise

PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE…..

HAVE GOOD DAY….. Thank you