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Health Encyclopedia: Asthma Management And Control

Managing Asthma

Avoidance or control of the triggers that lead to asthma attacks is as much a priority as treatment of the disease.

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Controlling Pets. Patients who already have pets and are not allergic to them probably have a low risk for developing allergies. If pets trigger asthma, however, they should be kept outside. If this isn't possible, they should at least be confined to carpet-free areas outside the bedroom. Cats harbor significant allergens, which can even be carried on...

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Expert & Community Posts

Acid Reflux from Infancy to Adulthood III: Adults

By Jan Gambino , Health Expert

...symptoms may include the symptoms of GER plus: o Heartburn/chest pain o Sore Throat o ... Read more »

Why Your Bone Density Might Not Improve, Even If You're Taking an Osteoporosis Drug

By Neil Gonter, MD , Health Expert

...absorbability by placing it into a small amount of water or vinegar for 30 minutes to see if it... Read more »

Dr. Eisner Q&A #10

By Todd Eisner , Health Expert

Hello, everyone. I hope everyone is doing well. I want to thank you all for the great... Read more »

My heartburn is being treated with high doses of acid-reducing agents. Why aren't they working?

By Todd Eisner , Health Expert

...click here.Read more of Dr. Eisner's blogs More on heartburn Read more »

Heartburn During Pregnancy

By Eileen Bailey , Health Expert

...the whole time. And in the third pregnancy, I had heartburn. Heartburn that stopped me from... Read more »

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Health Guide

Acid Reflux Symptoms

Heartburn. Heartburn is the primary symptom of GERD. It is a burning sensation that radiates up from the stomach to the chest and throat. Heartburn is most likely to occur in connection with... Read more »

Sleep Apnea: Symptoms

...impaired mental or emotional functioningSnoring (bed partners may report very loud and interrupted snoring)Heartburn (acid back-up that causes heartburn may be responsible for some cases of sleep... Read more »

Acid Reflux (GERD) and the Esophagus

...actions in the esophagus or other protective mechanisms fail. Click the icon to see an animation about heartburn.The hallmark symptoms of GERD are:Heartburn: a burning sensation in the chest and... Read more »

Scleroderma: Treatment for Gastrointestinal Problems

...in the esophagus and stomach are generally the same as those for gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) or heartburn. Many non-prescription agents are available for the relief of heartburn.Proton-pump or... Read more »

Acid Reflux (GERD) Risk Factors

...Elderly people with GERD tend to have a more serious condition than younger people.Risk Factors for Heartburn and GERDEating Pattern. Anyone who eats a heavy meal and subsequently lies on the back... Read more »

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These tips will help you plan your eating and workout schedule to avoid heartburn caused by exercise. The National Heartburn Alliance suggests eating... Read summary »

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