Now that I've been an RT for awhile, there's a question rolling around in my head: When I had severe asthma as a kid, was I a Goofus... Read more »
How will asthma care and health be affected by the economy?It is clear that we are in the midst of difficult economic times. Some of us can... Read more »
So many of us tend to, well, gain a little weight as we get older. It's normal actually. Yet, if you have asthma like me, you need to be a... Read more »
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, here's a list of things we asthmatics ought to be thankful for: 1. Hippocrates recognizing asthma as a... Read more »
Being a gallant asthmatic means more than simply taking all your medicines compliantly and having an Asthma Action Plan. It also involves... Read more »
A recent study into the placebo effect suggests that some asthma patients may feel an improvement in symptoms simply by being treated--even if the... Read more »
Have questions or comments? Click here. Last week the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) listened to presentations and comments from several members... Read more »
The fumes from diesel-burning vehicles hurts asthmatics' lungs, a new study suggests. British researchers found that astmatics who walked for two... Read more »
Kathleen MacNaughton from About.com explores the idea of treating asthma patients in salt rooms. MacNaughton says that some studies back the claim... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Sometimes, no treatment is necessary.Supportive therapy can include:Chest clappingDrinking enough fluids. Breast milk or formula are okay for... Read more »