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What Are the Signs of an Asthma Attack in Infants?

Although it's difficult to diagnose, kids can get asthma too.  Since infants can't communicate they are having trouble breathing, it's up to you to spot an attack and know what to do about it.   The most common signs of asthma in infants are:  Coughing, especially at night: This is actually a classic sign of asthma. ... Read moreChevron
posted 06/03/2011, comments (0)|
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Good Asthma Control Includes Being Able to Exercise Without Limitations

 A parent of one of my 10 year old asthma patients found that the Phys ed teacher frequently assigned her son to the goalie position during soccer games because of his exercise related breathing problems. The child was embarrassed and discouraged by his being singled out because of his soccer field struggles. The problem here is mom was... Read moreChevron
posted 05/31/2011, comments (0)|
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Is It OK to Use Expired Asthma Medicines?

You found your asthma medicine sitting at the bottom of your sock drawer and now you're wondering:  Can I still use it?  Is it safe?  Will it still work?  Is it okay to use expired asthma medicines?   Asthma medicine has a tendency to be expensive. One Advair Discus costs over $100 just for one month.  Even with... Read moreChevron
posted 05/23/2011, comment (1)|
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Can Eating High-Fat Foods Trigger Asthma?

American's love Big Macs, Whoppers, French fries, onion rings and deep fried chicken.  These are convenient foods that are simply delicious.  Yet the old saying goes, "If it tastes good, it's probably not good for you."   Now we already knew such high-fat foods are bad for your heart.  Yet new evidence suggests they may... Read moreChevron
posted 05/16/2011, comments (0)|
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2011 Asthma Capitals - The South Is NOT Healthy for People with Asthma

Twice every year, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) evaluates certain data and declares 100 "asthma capitals" meaning these urban areas are particularly challenging places to live if you have asthma. In other words, you want to live just anywhere other than one of these 100 cities.   Richmond, Virginia has struck out for the... Read moreChevron
posted 05/06/2011, comments (2)|
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