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Asthma is a chronic lung condition that causes inflammation and narrowing in the airways. Its symptoms include shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, and chest tightness. Allergic and non-allergic asthma are the two main types of asthma. Allergic asthma is triggered by an allergic reaction to Read More
Asthma
Types of Asthma Attacks and Their Treatment
Did you know that there’s more than one type of asthma? These types are strikingly similar in that they have the same symptoms, but they also have unique aspects that influence how they’re triggered, diagnosed, and treated or managed. It’s worth mentioning that it’s also possible to have more than Read More
Things to Consider When Choosing Your Asthma Doctor
Why bother taking the time to choose a physician? If you just select a doctor blindly, you miss out on the opportunity to choose a doctor you are most compatible with, and whom you can trust, and therefore will provide you with the highest quality patient care. Choosing the best asthma doctor for Read More
Diagnostic Tests Preceding Asthma Treatment
Did you know that as many as 1 in 3 people in the United States have asthma? The condition accounts for approximately 11 million physician visits and 1.7 million ER visits every year, according to the statistical data gathered by the American College of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology Read More
How Do You Stop an Asthma Attack Fast?
Asthma flare-ups (attacks) can be downright terrifying. Knowing what to do in the event of an attack is crucial for preventing complications. This is especially true for people with severe asthma, as they can be at risk for life-threatening problems like respiratory failure. If you’ve just been Read More
Do You Need an Asthma Doctor?
Asthma is a chronic lung condition affecting about 25 million Americans, including children. Asthma can vary in intensity from mild to life-threatening and should be followed by a qualified asthma doctor. Let’s talk about why you need this highly-qualified physician and where you can go in Read More
Allergy/Asthma Treatment and the Link Between the Two Conditions
Asthma and allergy—do you know that they have in common aside from their ability to make people miserable? The conditions have a number of similarities, and can even coexist. Let’s explore the link between allergies and asthma and learn how an allergist can help with both conditions. How Are Read More
Allergies: Do You Know The Symptoms?
Allergies are an overreaction by the immune system to a perceived threat, which are called allergens. You could be allergic to substances in your environment or certain foods. You could also be allergic to stinging insect bites. Allergy testing, namely the skin prick test, can test for 50 known Read More
Why a Weather Change Can Kickstart Asthma
A change in weather can be a trigger for asthma sufferers. The heat and humidity in the summer and frigid cold and dry air in the winter can mean suffering if you do not have your asthma under control. Similarly, sudden rainfall and windy days can also trigger asthma symptoms. Allergy doctors advise Read More
Questions to ask an asthma doctor
Breathing is something we do involuntarily. Never are you more conscious of your breathing than when you have to catch your breath, which is a common symptom of asthma. Gasping for air is no fun and can be terrifying, and people who experience it want to know how to avoid it. An asthma doctor can Read More
