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Asthma management
How do I minimize frequent asthma attacks?
(24 Jan 2008)
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Reducing Asthma Attacks
Millions of people deal with asthma each day. It is not an easy illness. Many times, asthma means that a person must take medications every day and must watch out for common triggers. The good news is that even when you suffer from asthma, whether it is related to allergies or other medical conditions, there are things that you can do. You can take action to help reduce the number and the severity of asthma attacks. Here are some tips you can put into action today.
One of the first things you will want to do when you need to reduce the chances of asthma is to make sure you know what triggers your attacks. If you have never been officially diagnosed with asthma, then you may not know exactly why you suffer. Many times, triggers include upper respiratory issues, allergies and even certain kinds of weather can trigger an attack. When you know what triggers your attacks, you will have an easier time reducing the attacks.
The next thing you will need to do to reduce your attacks is to watch your allergies. Most people that suffer from asthma also suffer from allergies, which can often be triggers. This includes washing pet dander from your clothes or hands and making sure that you keep your house clean (such as vacuuming your carpet and furniture often). Many people also use indoor humidifiers and air purifiers, which can help cleanse the air of your home. If you open the windows to your home, you may introduce outdoor allergens into your home.
You can also help reduce the asthma attacks by watching the weather. If you live in a hot area, make sure that you do not go out on days when the ozone levels are high. High winds can also stir up allergens, which will trigger attacks.
All of these things can help reduce your asthma attacks and will help you live a healthier life.
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answered by A K on 24 Jan 2008, 6:10:25
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