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Asthma Or Als
Bronchial asthma; Exercise-induced asthma
Prevention
You can reduce asthma symptoms by avoiding known triggers and substances that irritate the airways.
- Cover bedding with "allergy-proof" casings to reduce exposure to dust mites.
- Remove carpets from bedrooms and vacuum regularly.
- Use only unscented detergents and cleaning materials in the home.
- Keep humidity levels low and fix leaks to reduce the growth of organisms such as mold.
- Keep the house...
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References for Asthma in Children and Adolescents
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
ReferencesAmerican Lung Association Asthma Clinical Research Centers, Peters SP, Anthonisen N, Castro M, Holbrook JT, Irvin CG, et al. Randomized... Read more »
Asthma in Adults: References
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Source: eOrthopod
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