Patients with asthma should get an annual flu vaccine, and they should receive the vaccination against pneumococcal pneumonia at least once. [For more information, see In-Depth Report #94: Colds and influenza.]
Patients with asthma and chronic allergic rhinitis may need to take medications daily. Patients with severe seasonal allergies may need to start medications a few weeks before the pollen season, and to continue medicine...
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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 patients who use herbal remedies have more flare-ups and are more likely to misuse medications, a new study suggests. A study conducted on 326... Read more »
Syndicated herbal columnist Bakhru Krishan Bakhru says that a healthy diet that includes spicy foods such as garlic, ginger, and onions may help ease... Read more »