How long can a person survive asthma attack?
Asthma can last all of your life it really depends if you have it really bad or not it is depends on if you cure you Asthma disease
Is there a certain group of people who are more likely to get asthma?
Yes there is. People who live in the city or near factories are more likely to get asthma because of all the gases and fumes in the air then people living in the country.
Can asthma cause lung nodules?
There are many causes of Lung Nodules. Here are some of them:
Cancerous lung nodules can be caused by:
lung cancer
Metastasis
Are the lungs the only body part effected by Asthma?
Well, I have asthma. Sometimes you mau feel like there is something in your throat. Possibly it could be but most of the time it's fluid IN your lungs. Sometimes your chest is burning after being involved in some sort of physical activity. I would not say any other part but your lungs is being affected.
What happens if you leave asthma untreated?
the worst is you can have an asthma attack, and die. but if you do you can grow out of asthma!!!!!!!!! i should know i use to have it, not any more
There is less cartilage compared to the other bronchioles.
What is asthma and how does it affect lungs?
being born with breathing problems or just having breathing problems Hayfever being around someone who smokes and smoking your self if you get an asthma attack don't panick it only makes it worse find a breathing pattern to calm yourself down then call 999!
No, it can affect your asthma to be worse, and weed can make you sick.
That is indeed a good question, Asthma is not a fun thing to have.
In medicine, marijuana is used to relieve a patient of pain by using the THC in the plant that grows naturally. Most users smoke marijuana by inhaling by spliff-pipe-bong apparatus. Like smoking tobacco it isn't recommended with asthma to smoke it because it could cause more discomfort for the user.
But there are other ways to intake THC without causing discomfort of your wind pipes or lungs, try baking it in a cake, in a cup of coffee, on pizza, or buying a medical inhaler.
you are born with astham but could take 3 years to form
no ways! never, that can't happen, it's impossible
What causes my asthma to act up?
Asthma is inflammation of the lungs. When anything in your body is inflamed, your body automatically tries to retain it at the site so your lungs are filling up with fluid/phlegm. A good inhaler will help with asthma attacks.
What other conditions may accompany Arnold-Chiari malformation?
Scientists do not know what causes Arnold-Chiari malformations. One hypothesis is that the base of the skull is too small, forcing the cerebellum downward. Another theory focuses on overgrowth in the cerebellar region.
Where can one find information on Asthma treatment?
One can find information on asthma treatment from local doctors or from books. There are many books on asthma that gives information for treatment. Doctors can also give useful and reliable information on asthma treatment.
Can alcohol trigger an asthma attack?
My name is DJ Walker & my husband, Bruce, has asthma since age 37. This May 08, the very high tree pollen has triggered another MAJOR breathing issue. His doctor prescribed prednazone (sp?) yesterday for the congestion after a nebulizer treatment last last week did not produce the results he wished for. Last evening, we shared some wine before & with our dinner (red). A couple of hours after dinner, his breathing got even more labored. We then began researching the web TODAY & found on www.webmd.com, the study that was done by the Australia Asthma people that said RED WINE, WHITE WINE, & other alcoholic beverages (especially ones with sulfites--i.e., wine) cause the asthma to worsen. Hope that this helps the person looking for this answer. If you want to read the article, here it is: http://wsapi.infospace.com/clickserver/_iceUrlFlag=1?rawURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.webmd.com%2Fnews%2F20000404%2Falcoholic-drinks-may-trigger-asthma-attacks&0=&1=0&4=207.97.220.36&5=72.75.73.67&9=c1f14568337f4190a61bf87190c0c801&10=1&11=pch.blingo.v2&13=search&14=239137&15=main-title&17=16&18=3&19=0&20=11&21=5&22=sD09Wc8zhXs%3D&40=NjkpXmLxQMG46I2R9vXZyg%3D%3D&_IceUrl=true
Why is it difficult to breath during an asthma attack?
In general, inspiration requires more effort than expiration, as the lungs have a natural tendency to shrink back to their normal size, especially as the pressure inside the lungs is greater than the atmospheric.
Can you join merchant navy if you have asthma?
Basically, if you have been diagnosed with asthma on or after 13 years of age, it becomes an automatic disqualification for the United States Naval Academy. Sorry. -Doesn't matter if you take meds, its the fact that you have it.
Yes it can, when there is a narrowing of the esophagus, If the doctor suspect a narrowing of the esophagus, it would be good to get an endoscopy and have the esophagus dilated by the doctor during the endoscopy.
Acid re-flux also can affect breathing when it back up into the lungs causing to aspirate.
Yes, it is possible. However it varies. I had a friend tear his ACL and not be able to walk from all of the swelling. I was able to walk on mine, since the swelling was not intense. The loose feeling and the "giving out" of the knee takes gettting used to.
Strong muscles around the knees and quads helps support your knee. Stronger the better. I've torn my acl and im walking on it. The acl is the ligament for twisting so it wont affect your walking. The swelling will gradually goes down because unfortunately, iv hurt my acl 3 times now and each time i spent around a week with very bad swelling but after that, my walking started to improve.
Can you have an asthma attack even if you don't have asthma?
yes u can still have asthma even if u have experienced it at ur tender age. this is bcos asthma can not be cured but d the action of it can be delayed . whoever have asthma will die of asthma .
What are the common symptoms of asthma?
The symotms of asthma attack Asthma symptoms can:
Be mild, moderate or severe.
Vary from person to person.
Flare up from time to time and then not appear for long periods.
Vary from one episode to the next.
Why Is asthma a contraindication to massage?
Asthma is only contraindicated to massage if you have an unrelenting asthmatic attack and respiratory tract infections. Also if the sufferer has been taking medication that does not appear to have an effect; referral to a doctor is advised in these situations There are many benefits of massage for the asthmatic but perhaps talking to your G.P about your personal situation would before undertaking massage therapy would safe guard against any adverse reactions. Always let your massage therapist know you have asthma.
How many teenagers suffer from asthma?
about 9 million people under 18 suffer from asthma. me included.
Will baby powder cause asthma?
"All things in moderation", as far as we know, small amount of talc will cause no harm since they have been using it around babies for years. However, there is a theory that baby powder may contribute to the risk of ovarian cancer. At least one study showed some link to the prolonged use of baby powder and ovarian cancer, but there is also a genetic component to ovarian cancer (family history). Baby powder applied to the vaginal area prior to surgery was detected in the abdominal cavity during surgery, apparently through the fallopian tubes. Below is from a pediatrician (what may have been fine to use years ago doesn't mean it's good for us today. When it comes to infants why take the risk. Wash with baby soap for the time being. Later you may switch to a bar soap after 2 months of age. You can use Ivory or Dove soap. Lotion is permissible but not baby oil. Heat rash is nothing more than small red pinhead size bumps on the chest, neck, arms, etc. This is caused by the pores being clogged by sweat, lotion, milk, or chemicals in the clothes i.e., Downy rinse or deodorant Bounce towels etc. To help clear up the heat rash, wash area clean and let it dry. Talcum baby powder can cause lung damage if inhaled; when using powder, do so sparingly and try to keep baby from inhaling any, or simply do not use it. Corn starch powder is safer.
What to do when asthma attack ocurrs?
If an asthma suferer doesn't have an inhaler for an attack he can try one of these home remedies
* Asthma treatment: put half a teaspoon of licorice root tea in a cup of hot water, wait 10 minutes, strain and drink. * Blend radish, honey and lemon juice in a blender. Mix for 20 minutes and cook in pan on low heat. Take one teaspoon in the morning everyday. * Yemeni med: Put one teaspoon of grind fenugreek seeds (Hilba) in a glass of boiling water, add sugar or honey and drink 3 times daily. * Go somewhere where the air is cold and just sit, relax and take deep breaths. * Drink fresh cabbage juice everyday. * Drink one glass of milk to help with the asthma. * Take 2 tablespoonful of fresh lemon juice and 1 tablespoonful of water. Repeat day and night. * Drink a cup of hot dark tea to relief the asthma (Lipton Tea Bag). * Natural treatment for asthma: Cook fresh cranberries in water then mash. Take 2-3 teaspoons a day. * Turn the hot water on in the shower; wait until the bathroom is filled with steam. Then hold your head next to the shower curtain or door and breath the steam. * Put fennel oil in a burner and breathe the fumes. * Boil one teaspoon of pure honey with 1 teaspoon of olive oil, half a cup of milk, and some garlic. Drink everyday. * Drink strong hot coffee (as hot as you can take it) with no milk (milk will cause phlegm). * blanch and drink wild cherry tree bark. * Asthma home remedy: drink a Cup of Hot Water (as hot as one can take). * Boil water in a pot. Cool, Lean towards the pot with a big towel over your head and inhale the steam for 20 minutes.