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Peak Flow Monitoring
Measure how well air can be exhaled from the lungs to monitor asthma control and predict flare-ups.
Bronchial Thermoplasty
A procedure for severe asthma that uses heat to reduce the amount of smooth muscle in the airways, reducing constriction.
Asthma Action Plan
A written document detailing personal treatment goals, medication use, and emergency response tactics.
Stress and Emotional Management
Addressing psychological factors that can trigger or worsen asthma symptoms.
Long-Acting Beta Agonists (LABAs)
LABAs are used to control persistent asthma by helping to keep airways open over time.
Spirometry Testing
Assesses lung function by measuring the volume and speed of air that can be inhaled and exhaled.
Identifying Asthma Triggers
Understand and avoid specific allergens or irritants that can provoke asthma attacks.
Short-Acting Beta Agonists (SABAs)
SABAs provide quick relief of asthma symptoms by relaxing bronchial muscles.
Inhaled Corticosteroids
Reduce inflammation in the airways to prevent asthma attacks and improve respiratory function.
Allergy Shots (Immunotherapy)
Long-term treatment that decreases sensitivity to allergens and can reduce asthma symptoms.
Exercise-Induced Asthma Management
Strategies to prevent and control asthma symptoms triggered by physical activity.
Leukotriene Modifiers
Oral medications that help control asthma by blocking leukotrienes, chemicals that cause inflammation.
Emergency Preparedness
Having a plan in place for responding to an asthma attack that doesn't respond to standard treatment.
Environmental Control Measures
Reduction of exposure to indoor and outdoor air pollutants and allergens to minimize asthma symptoms.
Diet and Asthma
Maintaining a healthy diet to support lung function and possibly reduce asthma symptoms.
Smoking Cessation
Quitting smoking to improve lung health and reduce the severity and frequency of asthma attacks.
Vaccinations
Prevent respiratory infections that can trigger asthma exacerbations by keeping up-to-date with vaccinations.
Comorbid Condition Management
Managing other health conditions that can interfere with asthma control, such as GERD or obesity.
Medication Adherence
Consistent and correct use of medications as prescribed to effectively manage asthma.
Patient Education
Teaching patients about asthma, its treatment, and self-management techniques to enhance control and quality of life.
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