Asthma Attack – Causes And Prevention

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Asthma Attack Causes Prevention
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Asthma Attack

• Asthma, also called as Bronchial asthma, is a
  very common respiratory issue.
• Millions of people suffer from asthma, and
  medical experts opine that more are expected in
  near future, probably due to several causative
  factors.

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What is an asthma attack?

• An asthma attack is an abrupt worsening of
  asthmatic symptoms that occur due to tightening
  of respiratory muscles, causing bronchospasm
  (constriction of airways).
• A person with poor immune system is highly
  susceptible to bronchial asthma.
• Some people may suffer from an asthma attack
  while performing rigorous physical activities
  this is often called as exercise-induced asthma.

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Causes of Asthma Attack

• The main reason behind asthma is idiopathic.
• Environmental factor such as exposure to
  allergens
• Common allergens include dust, dust mites, air
  pollutants, tobacco smoke, mold, extreme cold,
  airborne viruses, pet dander, etc.

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Rapid breathing
Shortness of breath
Spasmodic cough
Pale and sweaty face
Symptom of asthma attack
Severe wheezing
Tightness in chest
Blue lips and/or fingernails
Anxiousness
Tightness in neck muscles
Difficulty in talking
Chocking sensation
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How to treat asthma attack?

• First need to talk with doctor about the asthma
  and prevention of asthma attack
• Avoid triggering factors and take medications
  properly

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Two types of asthma medications
Long-term medicines
Instant-relief medicines

• Used for asthma attack prevention
• Reduce inflammation of airways.
• Prescribed to asthmatic subjects is Generic
  Singulair (Montelukast).

• Provide quick relief from acute attack.
• A medicated inhaler is prescribed to relax
  muscles of airways
• Allow the air to flow freely.
• Generic Theochron, Generic Flovent and Generic
  Ventolin are inhaling medicines

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Here are some ways to prevent Asthma attack

• Eliminate the risk factor
• Carry inhaler at all times
• Avoid triggering factor or allergen
• Avoid going outside when climate is extremely cold

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• Wear a face mask when you are supposed to go out
• Increase your immunity by eating foods rich in
  antioxidants

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