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Acid Reflux and Asthma
In this entry, I would like to discuss the connection between acid indigestion/acid reflux (gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD) and... Read more »
12 Things That May Cause Asthma Near Birth
So what exactly causes asthma anyway? The truth is scientists still don't know for sure. Yet a growing stack of evidence suggests events... Read more »
Does Obesity Cause Asthma?
So much evidence links fat with asthma that some folks like to call it Fasthma. In fact, I was recently emailed this question: "What... Read more »
Patient Encounter: Can Obesity Cause Asthma?
I saw a patient two weeks ago with asthma who asked me an important question: “Is my obesity making my asthma worse?” I explained that... Read more »
Is it Possible Exercise Causes Asthma?
Asthma experts preach we asthmatics should exercise no matter how severe our asthma is. This is true. Yet new research suggests exercise... Read more »
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Asthma In Infants
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 »
Allergies and Causes of Childhood Asthma Causes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
The word asthma originates from an ancient Greek word meaning panting. Essentially, asthma is an inflammatory lung condition that makes it difficult... Read more »
Pediatric Asthma Causes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Asthma is a disease of the respiratory system, which causes swelling and narrowing of the airways. Pediatric asthma refers to asthma in... Read more »
Asthma
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Asthma is a disorder that causes the airways of the lungs to swell and narrow, leading to wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and... Read more »
Singulair Suicide Risk Analysis
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 »
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