Asthma and Health

COPD

2011-11-29T11:50:00.000-08:00

Obstructive lung diseases including asthma, cystic fiberosis, bronchiectasis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a general term used to describe emphysema, chronic bronchitis, or both diseases.

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asthma

2011-05-27T06:34:00.000-07:00

A chronic cough is a sign of asthma . It means that there is some serious problem of the lung and that it cannot be cured by merely using cough syrups. If it is asthma , then you should consult your doctor for correct treatment. The doctor will prescribe you an inhaler device for quick asthma relief.

What is asthma

2010-08-09T02:41:00.000-07:00

Asthma is caused due to the tightening of the muscles that surround the airways of our lungs, making them narrower than they naturally are. Many a times the lining of the airways swell, making it difficult to breathe. Also the airways at times get blocked as either sticky mucus or phlegm get built up. Hence many a times there is a wheezing sound. Asthma makes your airways very sensitive and make them react to many triggers like pollen, dust mites, cigarette smoke, etc.Asthma can be fatal if not treated. According to the WHO, India has about 25-30 million asthmatics. With the advancement in asthma medicine, an asthmatic can now enjoy a normal active life. Asthma today shouldn’t be allowed to affect you from making the most of your life as it can be fully controlled with the right treatment.

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