There have been treatments for asthma for at least a thousand years. The ancients used jimson weed to relax the muscles surrounding the... Read more »
In this entry, I would like to summarize a recent research study on the effect that certain simple breathing exercises can have on... Read more »
In this entry, I would like to comment on how the fact that asthma is such a common disease can in some cases lead to individuals being... Read more »
In this entry, I would like to discuss the use of theophylline for asthma both in the past and present. While this medication has fallen... Read more »
People who have chronic illnesses often search for what they see as more natural alternatives to asthma medication treatment. It's not that... Read more »
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Phlegmatic. Definition:having or showing a stolid temperament. Unemotional.How do you know you're dealing with a phlegmatic asthmatic? You won't... Read more »
These asthmatics are a doctor's best patients. They have their bronchodilator with them at all times, but only use it when necessary. They... Read more »
Asthma is often believed to be a children's disease that you either outgrow as an adult or never develop once you're an adult. But that is not the... Read more »
People don't "outgrow" their asthma. Asthma is a chronic illness and there is no cure. If you had asthma, but you no longer have asthma symptoms,... Read more »