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Asthma
This category is for questions about the respiratory issues dealing with asthma. Asthma is characterized by decreased levels of oxygen reaching the lungs due to an obstruction, resulting in "asthma attacks" or worse. There are millions of people with this disease. Here you can ask about its causes, symptoms, and treatment.
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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.
What is the medical term meaning shortness of breath?
Dyspnea is the medical term meaning shortness of breath. "Shortness of breath" is sometimes (disconcertingly) abbreviated in medical charts as "SOB."
What are possible causes of asthma?
the exact mechanism is not well understood. bronchial asthma has a familial transmission and often associated with other allergies. it is an inflammatory disease of the respiratory airways causing reversible bronchial constriction. some pathologic mechanisms of the disease are associated with the release of certain mediators of inflammation from inflammatory cells, like mast cells in response to certain triggers like dust, infections and certain toxins. - lowell n. avenido, md
What to do when you inhaler makes your asthma worst?
You need to see a doctor if your inhaler makes your asthma worst.
How does a person develop asthma?
I am not a specialist but I know you can get it after you have been exposed to irritants for a long time that cause your immune system to over-react. Sadly so many children already have asthma, caused by anything from smog to food to baby powder. As for myself, I usually do not suffer from asthma, however I seem to have an episode of a few months every decade following a severe cold with bronchitis. The type that is viral and bacterial. This predisposition was probably acquired while I worked in a carpenter shop for a few years (dust, glass fibre).
theres usually 2c in the air but when theres 5c (like in Cuban cigars) in the air, people would inhale it and that's how people get asthma
Asthma is something you are born with and you can't catch it. It never goes away and is a non curable disease.
How long should you wait to call assistant if an asthma suffer dont respond to medication?
As soon as you notice they don't get any better you call.
How does asthma effect intellectual development in children?
Well you can have poor posture which means that your shoulders would appear more shrugged towards your ear.
If your asthma is very severe then you wont be able to do much physical activities and yes that includes sex (which really sucks). Which may lead to poor body composition and dependent on the patience and type of person your partner really is, unfortunatley can lead to a bad and dead end relationship.
Best of luck to all!
List four ways in which bacteria interact with people?
Four ways bacteria interact with people are;
1.With human to human contact.
2.By putting germs in your mouth.
3.Mouth to Mouth contacts.
4.By having someone cough on you.
Can human be infected to asthma by kissing?
Asthma can not be transmitted from one person to another because it is not considered an infectiious disease. However, it can jbe spread due to the fact that People can inhale their asthma symptoms.
How do I know if my child has asthma symptoms?
Asthma cannot be self-diagnosed. If you suffer from the following symptoms on a regular basis you should see your doctor or physician:
coughing
wheezing
shortness of breath
tightening of the chest
tiredness after activities that you would normally do easily
elevated breathing rate
The tests that your medical practitioner might run to establish whether or not you do have asthma include peak flow tests, lung function tests, and possibly allergy testing as well.
Do chihuahuas affect allergies or asthma?
Yes! They do! It is a miricle!
Yes. Not in the way you think. If you are allergic to dogs, getting a chihuahua will make your allergies and your ASTHMA WORSE. This is a myth that they take away asthma. Be sure to have yourself tested for allergies first. If you are not allergic to dog dander, then you will be fine and have a cute active pet.
Will an air purifier help with asthma?
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the best way to improve indoor air quality is to get rid of the source of pollutants and ventilate your interior spaces with clean outdoor air. While air purifiers can reduce airborne pollutants, they cannot eliminate them. They also can't clear the dust, dander, and other particles that have already settled on surfaces around your home.
But that doesn't mean air purifiers aren't effective in real life. Different brands of air purifiers have different models and performances. Air purifiers that are good at filtering fine particles such as dust and pollen can often solve the above-mentioned problems. It can be said to be a powerful air purification assistant.
So do you really need an air purifier?
If you have allergies, respiratory diseases or asthma, then an air purifier can help you reduce these symptoms.
If you have pets, I think it is necessary for you to use an air purifier. Even if you think you are not allergic to pet hair, you cannot see the air pollutants attached to their hair.
If you have second-hand smoke around you, opening windows for ventilation will not improve the air. At this time, a HEPA filter is required.
Besides, Even if you are the cleanest person in the world, and your hobby is cleaning your home, you may not be able to avoid the air pollutants brought in by your relatives and friends from outside, thus, an air purifier can help carry the burden of filtering and clearing those pollutants.
Seeing this, if you think you really need to use an air purifier, but you don’t have any idea to buy it, maybe you can try this one: Bagotte BAP20 Air Purifier.
How massage can affect asthma?
Massage can be very beneficial to a person with asthma by helping to soothe their aching breathing muscles. A gentle relaxing would also benefit them by reducing their stress and anxiety which is usually associated with asthma as a trigger for an attack.
What are five common asthma triggers?
Cold air, inhaled dust etc., virus that never got cured, sick a lot
Should you use a spacer when having a asthma attack?
There is one way that one can appropriately use a spacer when administering asthma medications. A spacer is used by attaching the spacer to the inhaler.
Why is Asthma on the rise today in America?
Air pollution, allergies, various things. I think a poor diet is a contributory factor inasmuch as children are developing more auto-immunne disorders. Indoor pollution with paint, woodwork and carpets outgassing toxic pollutants whilst children sit at the computer playing games instead of getting fresh air and exercise. Please look for products with low or no VOC's[ volatile organic compounds], and use less toxic household cleaners.
Technically, no. Asthma is a respiratory disease that causes bronchospasms. This causes the airways going to the lungs to become narrowed, resulting in decreased oxygen delivery and carbon dioxide release.
Is shortness of breath a symptom of asthma?
I had a cough for 6 months with no other symptoms every year around Aug thru Nov. Now that I am working on my allergies that time period is not as bad as before.
Allergy tests are not painful and very very useful.
It is not necessary that coughing is because of asthma only. There are other symptoms like wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath which can confirm that you have asthma. It is better to consult your doctor for the same.
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If your talking about Mikey Way, then no he doesn't have asthma.
No, asthma is not spreadable,it is a disease of the lungs. It is treatable and those who have it can live a very productive life if it is taken care of. A doctor specializing in the field of allergies and asthma is very helpful. They will treat your disease and teach you how to best care for yourself.
