MEDIC8 HEALTH GUIDE: ASTHMA

This section includes articles about common asthma triggers and helpful advice for managing the disease.

ASTHMA

Asthma is a common condition which is increasing in many parts of the world. Good management is the key to controlling the condition. This article gives helpful advice and insight into reducing asthma attacks.

ASTHMA IN CHILDHOOD
This article focuses on some of the important issues,including concerns about medication and allergen avoidance.

CHRONIC BRONCHITIS AND EMPHYSEMA
These conditions often occur in people who are smokers or who have smoked in the past. This article provides a thorough overview of these conditions and various therapies that can help.

HOUSEDUST MITE ALLERGY
An allergy to housedust mites can cause sinus problems and can trigger asthma and eczema. This article discusses how an allergy is diagnosed and what can be done to help.

HOUSEDUST MITE GUARDS
This article outlines measures to reduce exposure and how specialised covers may help reduce exposure to this common household allergen.

INHALED BRONCHODILATORS

These drugs are used to relieve asthma. This article provides an overview of the medication.

INHALED CORTICOSTERIODS

These medicines are used to help control asthma. This article profiles the drugs in this group and how they should be used.

PERSISTENT COUGH

This article gives an in depth explanation of the causes and investigation of persisting cough.

PREDNISONE

Prednisone is a corticosteriod used to treat inflammatory conditions like asthma and arthritis. This article provides recommendations on how Prednisone should be used.

SINGULAIR

Singulair is a new asthma medication designed to reduce acute asthma attacks. This article profiles the medication and how it should be used.

SPACER DEVICES FOR ASTHMA INHALERS
Spacers are used to help get more asthma medication into the lungs. They are helpful for both children and adults. This article profiles the devices and how they should be used.

Medic8® Family Health Guide : Asthma

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