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Peak Flow Monitoring

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Measure how well air can be exhaled from the lungs to monitor asthma control and predict flare-ups.

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Bronchial Thermoplasty

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A procedure for severe asthma that uses heat to reduce the amount of smooth muscle in the airways, reducing constriction.

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Asthma Action Plan

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A written document detailing personal treatment goals, medication use, and emergency response tactics.

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Stress and Emotional Management

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Addressing psychological factors that can trigger or worsen asthma symptoms.

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Long-Acting Beta Agonists (LABAs)

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LABAs are used to control persistent asthma by helping to keep airways open over time.

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Spirometry Testing

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Assesses lung function by measuring the volume and speed of air that can be inhaled and exhaled.

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Identifying Asthma Triggers

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Understand and avoid specific allergens or irritants that can provoke asthma attacks.

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Short-Acting Beta Agonists (SABAs)

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SABAs provide quick relief of asthma symptoms by relaxing bronchial muscles.

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Inhaled Corticosteroids

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Reduce inflammation in the airways to prevent asthma attacks and improve respiratory function.

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Allergy Shots (Immunotherapy)

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Long-term treatment that decreases sensitivity to allergens and can reduce asthma symptoms.

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Exercise-Induced Asthma Management

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Strategies to prevent and control asthma symptoms triggered by physical activity.

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Leukotriene Modifiers

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Oral medications that help control asthma by blocking leukotrienes, chemicals that cause inflammation.

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Emergency Preparedness

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Having a plan in place for responding to an asthma attack that doesn't respond to standard treatment.

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Environmental Control Measures

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Reduction of exposure to indoor and outdoor air pollutants and allergens to minimize asthma symptoms.

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Diet and Asthma

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Maintaining a healthy diet to support lung function and possibly reduce asthma symptoms.

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Smoking Cessation

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Quitting smoking to improve lung health and reduce the severity and frequency of asthma attacks.

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Vaccinations

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Prevent respiratory infections that can trigger asthma exacerbations by keeping up-to-date with vaccinations.

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Comorbid Condition Management

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Managing other health conditions that can interfere with asthma control, such as GERD or obesity.

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Medication Adherence

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Consistent and correct use of medications as prescribed to effectively manage asthma.

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Patient Education

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Teaching patients about asthma, its treatment, and self-management techniques to enhance control and quality of life.

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