Maintenance
A series of articles explaining how to manage asthma.
Assistance with Medical Costs  Don't have health insurance? Can't afford medicine and medical care? There is hope! Read on to see where you can get help! Asthma and Depression  Learn about depression and asthma, and what you can do to feel better! Asthma Food Triggers  Stay safe during the holidays and when you travel on vacation by avoid known asthma food triggers. Read on to learn about food allergy symptoms and tips to avoid asthma trouble when eating out or attending parties and get-togethers. Asthma Maintenance 101 - Peak Flow Meters  Should you use a peak flow meter if you have asthma? Probably, because it's a powerful tool for monitoring airway restriction and controlling flares. Asthma Maintenance 101 - Identify Triggers  Part 1 in a series to help you develop a maintenance plan for good asthma control. This section explains how keeping a trigger journal and scheduling allergy testing can contribute to good lung health. Asthma Maintenance 101 - Preventative Medications  While trying to identify your asthma triggers, work with your doctor to figure out your best preventative medications. Asthma Maintenance 101 - Rescue Medications  Part of an ongoing series about developing a good asthma maintenance plan, this article discusses the medications you'll turn to in an emergency. Bronchial Thermoplasty for Asthma Treatment  Severe asthmatics may benefit from Broncho Thermoplasty. Read on to find out what Broncho Thermoplasty is, how it's done, the benefits and risks,and where to find doctors authorized to perform this asthma treatment. Consistent Medication Use to Manage Asthma  Studies show proper and consistent asthma medication use lessens the number of asthma symptoms and attacks. Read more to learn about how to properly manage your asthma and achieve better quality of life. Embarrassed to have Asthma?  Having asthma can create many emotional as well as physical difficulties. Find ways to cope with your asthma and help others understand as well! Proper Inhaler Technique  Proper asthma inhaler technique can mean the difference between asthma that is controlled, or asthma that is unstable. Read on for tips on how to get the most from your metered dose inhaler! Safety of Long-Acting Bronchodilators  In recent years, there has been some controversy over the use of long-acting bronchodilators due to issues of health and safety. Read more to find the FDAs recommendation on who should use these asthma medications, and when they should be used. Seven Tips for Asthma Management  Follow these seven tips for better asthma control and higher quality of life in spite of asthma! Yoga and Asthma  Many forms of exercise can help strengthen your mind and body, and to cope with asthma. Yoga is one form of exercise that may be a good addition to your asthma management plan. Read more to see how yoga can benefit asthma! Asthma Homepage | Editor's Picks Articles | Top Ten Articles | Asthma Site Map
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