MEDIC8 HEALTH GUIDE: ASTHMA
This section includes articles about common asthma triggers
and helpful advice for managing the disease.
ASTHMA
Asthma is a common condition which is increasing in many
parts of the world. Good management is the key to controlling
the condition. This article gives helpful advice and insight
into reducing asthma attacks.
ASTHMA IN CHILDHOOD
This article focuses on some of the important issues,including
concerns about medication and allergen avoidance.
CHRONIC BRONCHITIS AND EMPHYSEMA
These conditions often occur in people who are smokers or
who have smoked in the past. This article provides a thorough
overview of these conditions and various therapies that
can help.
HOUSEDUST MITE ALLERGY
An allergy to housedust mites can cause sinus problems and
can trigger asthma and eczema. This article discusses how
an allergy is diagnosed and what can be done to help.
HOUSEDUST MITE GUARDS
This article outlines measures to reduce exposure and how
specialised covers may help reduce exposure to this common
household allergen.
INHALED BRONCHODILATORS
These drugs are used to relieve asthma. This article provides
an overview of the medication.
INHALED CORTICOSTERIODS
These medicines are used to help control asthma. This article
profiles the drugs in this group and how they should be
used.
PERSISTENT COUGH
This article gives an in depth explanation of the causes
and investigation of persisting cough.
PREDNISONE
Prednisone is a corticosteriod used to treat inflammatory
conditions like asthma and arthritis. This article provides
recommendations on how Prednisone should be used.
SINGULAIR
Singulair is a new asthma medication designed to reduce
acute asthma attacks. This article profiles the medication
and how it should be used.
SPACER DEVICES FOR ASTHMA INHALERS
Spacers are used to help get more asthma medication into
the lungs. They are helpful for both children and adults.
This article profiles the devices and how they should be
used.
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Family Health Guide : Asthma