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How To Stop An Asthma Attack Naturally?
- Natural Treatment, Remedies, Therapies for Asthma
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Immunizations
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.]
Treating Seasonal Allergies and Sinusitis
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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Natural Alternatives to Traditional Asthma Treatment
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 »
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... Read more »
The "Wet Noodle" Technique Works For Keeping Calm During An Asthma...
See the accompanying comic strip! Some people have asthma for so long that it's just a normal part of life, another thing to deal with.... Read more »
"When Can I Stop My Asthma Medication?"
This is a common question in my office and invariably leads to several minutes of discussion with asthma patients and parents. There is no... Read more »
Lung Anatomy 101: Why Does Asthma Cause Chest Pain?
Anyone who's ever had an asthma attack knows about the chest tightness and why it occurs. Yet what about the chest soreness that occurs... Read more »
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Asthma and Stress Management
Stress can wreck havoc on your health. And if you have asthma, you no doubt know that stress can cause asthma symptoms. The signs and symptoms of... Read more »
Artificial Christmas Trees May Trigger Fewer Asthma Symptoms
Doc, I get sick every Christmas and end up missing a few days of work. I take my family out to pick a live tree the weekend after Thanksgiving every... Read more »
Remaining Calm During an Asthma Attack Comic
See the full text of The "Wet Noodle" Technique Works For Keeping Calm During An Asthma Attack and leave a... Read more »
The Lazy Asthmatic, Respiratory Therapist comic 3
Read the full text of "Meet Joe Goofus: The Asthmatic You Don't Want to Be (But Probably Are)" and leave a comment! Read All of Rick Frea's... Read more »
Asthma
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Bronchial asthma; Exercise-induced asthma Symptoms Most people with asthma have attacks separated by symptom-free periods. Some people... Read more »
7 Signs You Need to go to the ER for Your Asthma Attack
How Do You Know if it's a Medical Emergency? Most asthmatics learn how to manage their day-to-day breathing problems, but sometimes attacks can be worse than normal. Here are 7 signs that suggest your attack may be a medical emergency. ...
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