Let's face it... doctors today are extremely busy. You're lucky if you get 5 minutes of focused time with them on an office visit. I know there are exceptions, but that seems to be the general trend in today's world of scarce healthcare resources.
So, doesn't it make sense to get the most out of every doctor's visit? Asthma is a very treatable condition, but you'll achieve the best control, quality of life and positive health status by taking charge of your asthma yourself, using your doctor...
Asthma that comes when you're an adult In response to reader inquiries, I would like to address the somewhat puzzling fact that some... Read more »
It's a blessing to be alive during a time when there are many options to help us asthmatics. We have rescue medicine like Albuterol to... Read more »
I wish I could say all my patients have well controlled asthma but I doubt that will ever be the case since I have hundreds of them, and... Read more »
Or…Can you hear me? I can’t hear you! As you may know, we are in the middle of a move. Boxes line each room and we’re marching... Read more »
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 »
What is the concern about Singulair (montelukast)?Singulair is a major drug in asthma treatment – it is important to review recent developments and... Read more »
What is asthma? Asthma is a disease in which the airways become blocked or narrowed. These effects are usually temporary, but they cause shortness of... Read more »
Food allergies can be a challenge at family gatherings and holiday celebrations. Potential allergens are in many of our traditional holiday foods and... Read more »
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
When To Call A Professional Call your doctor whenever you or your child has persistent wheezing, chest tightness, difficulty breathing or cough.... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
General Approach for Treating and Managing AsthmaWhile medications play an essential role in the management of asthma, appropriate management of... Read more »
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