Asthma

Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition of the lungs caused due to inflammation in the airways. This narrows down the airways and gives rise to symptoms such as wheezing and shortness of breath. The extent of the complications of asthma determines the course of treatment and whether it will have long-term or short-term effects. Its […]

Asthma can be a bummer for kids and parents. It can limit activities that the child can do, and can be dangerous to their health. There is no specific treatment for asthma, but some kids don’t experience it as they grow older. Can asthma go away and come back? Or does it permanently leave a […]

Asthma is a disease in which your airways to the lungs become inflamed. The condition makes your airways swell and produce excess mucus which further blocks the airways. The swelling and blockage make it difficult for the air to pass. Every time you breathe, the air first enters your nose, passes through your throat, then the […]

Asthma is a disease that causes inflammation of your lungs and airways, causing difficulty in breathing.  This results in asthma attacks. Even though there is no cure for asthma, you can control the symptoms and prevent future asthma complications. Not every individual with asthma will develop other health conditions or complications, but it is important […]

To better manage their symptoms, people living with asthma have turned to alternative forms of treatment. One example is acupuncture for asthma, but does it really work? Even though there aren’t enough studies supporting it, some research suggests that acupuncture for asthma is effective. It is an ancient practice that has both advantages and disadvantages. In this […]

It is widely debated whether herbs and caffeine in beverages like tea and coffee help in soothing the respiratory system. Help yourself to a few cups of coffee or tea a day, even better when they are combined with certain herbs, and voila! Taking this into consideration, we will discuss in this article the types […]

Asthma is a condition that blocks the respiratory airways which causes difficulty in breathing. In severe conditions, asthma can make it difficult for you to perform even regular activities. Common symptoms of this inflammatory disease include difficulty in breathing, coughing, sneezing, weakness, congestion in the chest. The most common and harmful factor that causes asthma […]

Asthma shares symptoms with various other breathing conditions. These conditions often end up being sidelined or not properly treated, especially if the correct diagnosis is not made. Therefore, it is essential to get medically tested to determine what your condition is. There are plenty of diseases that mimic asthma. In this article, we will talk […]

Some people feel that the words “exercise” and “asthma” don’t come together well; after all, many asthmatics develop symptoms during or shortly after physical activity. But experts adamantly remind us that regular exercise is crucial to achieve and maintain optimum health. How is exercise beneficial for people with asthma? What exercises are good for asthmatics? […]

What is asthma? What are the different types of asthma classification? Asthma is a disease of the lungs that affects both children and adults, although it is more common in children. It mainly affects a person’s breathing due to swelling and an abundance of mucus in the airways. Asthma can either fall under being mild, moderate, […]