Inhalers and nebulizers deliver medicine directly to the lungs. They cause fewer side effects than medicine taken by mouth or injection.
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Read on for helpful answers to some common questions about asthma medicines.
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Asthma can be unpredictable, but it is important to recognize the difference between a minor flare-up and an attack that could be life-threatening.
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A peak flow meter for asthma is like a thermometer for a fever - it helps you monitor what's going on inside your lungs by measuring airflow out of the lungs.
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Your Asthma Action Plan includes information about your symptoms and medicines. It also includes instructions about managing your asthma symptoms and when to call your healthcare provider.
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There are some extra challenges when traveling with asthma. The tips here can help you prevent asthma symptoms. And they will make your travel easier.
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Exercise is a common trigger for many people with asthma. This is called exercise-induced bronchoconstriction or EIB. But living with EIB doesn't mean you need to give up exercise.
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When you have asthma, exercise can make you breathe faster. This may cause asthma symptoms or an asthma attack.
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Did you know that smoking cigarettes can make your asthma worse?
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Asthma is just one of many reasons that you should quit smoking. If you quit, you will have fewer symptoms and flare-ups.
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Many people with asthma have symptoms from triggers at work. This is called occupational asthma. Read on to find out how to get help with this problem.
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Don't think you're safe just because you're inside. The air in homes and other buildings can be more seriously polluted than the outdoor air in even the largest and most industrialized cities.
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