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A condition of intermittent, reversible airways obstruction. It can be divided into two types: Extrinsic Asthma, which is asthma triggered by external agents such as pollen, chemicals, and Intrinsic Asthma which is triggered by boggy membranes, congested tissues, or other native causes even adrenalin stress or exertion. |
Intrinsic asthma generally develops later in life and virtually nothing is known of its causes. It carries a worse prognosis than extrinsic asthma and tends to be less responsive to treatment.
A common disorder in which chronic inflammation of the bronchial tubes (bronchi) makes them swell, narrowing the airways and making it difficult to breathe. Asthma involves only the bronchial tubes and does not affect the air sacs or the lung tissue itself. Airway narrowing in asthma is due to three major processes acting on the bronchi: inflammation (see above), spasm (bronchospasm), and hyperactivity (over-reaction or allergy to some substance) |
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Symptoms |
Tightness in the chest, cough and periodic bouts with breathing difficulty. In more serious cases inhalers and extra oxygen are necessary to assist breathing.
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Causes |
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Allergies, air pollution, respiratory infections, stress or anxiety producing spasms of the muscles that surround the bronchi and not allowing air to enter the lungs.
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Home Remedies |
A study examining food diaries of 68,535 women found that women who had a greater intake of tomatoes, carrots and leafy vegetables had a lower prevalence of asthma.
High consumption of apples may protect against asthma.
Daily intake of fruits and vegetables in childhood decreased the risk of asthma.
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| Herbal Remedies |
Chamomile Tea is used as an antihistamine.
Elderberry Relieves nasal congestion.
Ephedra Opens bronchial passages, relieves congestion.
Ginger Reduces allergic reaction.
Green Tea Opens bronchial passages.
Licorice Root Increases mucus production to counter dry cough.
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| Wellness Program |
Regular follow-up visits (at least every six months) are important to maintain asthma control and to reassess medication requirements.
Patients with persistent asthma should be given an annual influenza vaccine.
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