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Fred Little

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Doctor and Asthma Expert

Asthma and the September Epidemic

In this entry, I would like to discuss some things to think about as families go back to school in terms of asthma. One is the increase in asthma exacerbations during this period, and the other some thoughts about asthma control as kids go back to school. Asthma gets worse in SeptemberFor several years, doctors and patients have observed that... Read moreChevron
posted 09/12/2008, comments (0)|
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Asthma Educator and Asthma Allies Co-Founder

Asthma Allies Here To Help: Introducing Gerri Rivers

Gerri Rivers and Romelia Rodriguez Walters are your Asthma Allies! The two certified asthma educators are joining MyAsthmaCentral.com to share their expertise and answer your questions about asthma symptoms, asthma management, asthma medication and more! Introducing Gerri:   In 1997, I was a wife, mother of two young children, a student,... Read moreChevron
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Fred Little

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Doctor and Asthma Expert

Keeping Your Asthma in The Green and not the Red

Asthma action plans In this entry, I would like to discuss the role of ‘action plans' in the care of patients with asthma. Since asthma affects so many people, and is cared for by a range of providers, action plans are a way for patients and providers to be able to take the right steps in care when their asthma control... Read moreChevron
posted 07/28/2008, comments (0)|
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Fred Little

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Doctor and Asthma Expert

Detecting Asthma Flares Before They Start

Newer measures of asthma control In this entry, I would like to discuss some exciting research on newer, non-invasive ways to assess asthma control in patients. While none of these techniques are being used in routine practice, their use is gaining momentum in the asthma research community and they may be integrated into routine care in the... Read moreChevron
posted 07/06/2008, comments (0)|
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James Thompson, MD

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Board Certified Allergist and Internist

Risk of Asthma in Infants and Toddlers that Wheeze

New Asthma NIH guidelines recommend early intervention in controlling inflammation associated with asthma. Inhaled steroids are the preferred controller medication in every age group. Pediatricians and family doctors are often hesitant to label a preschooler with the diagnosis of asthma out of concern that wheezing may not be permanent and, in... Read moreChevron
posted 07/02/2008, comments (0)|

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