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Asthma & COPD
Asthma is a chronic lung condition that makes breathing difficult. Airways tighten, swell and fill with mucus in responce to certain substances or circumstances that “trigger” the asthma symptoms.
Breathe a Little Easier…
People with asthma can breathe a little easier knowing that there are actions they can take to manage their health with a goal to leading a normal lifestyle.
You can ask yourself the following questions to determine if your asthma is adequately controlled:
Do you cough, wheeze or have a tight chest because of your asthma?
Does coughing, wheesing or chest tightness wake you up at night?
Do you stop exercising because of your asthma symptoms?
Do you ever miss work or school because of your asthma?
Do you use your blue or “rescue” inhaler more than three times a week?
If you answered “yes” to one or more of these questions, your asthma may be considered poorly controlled. Be sure to discuss your results with your doctor ans seek medical attention if your asthma symptoms worsen or do nto respond to treatment.
Medications for Treatment of Asthma
The most common treatments for asthma are generally called “quick relievers” (short-acting medications) or “controller” medications (not for immediate relief).
Quick relivers – short-acting bronchodilators:
Relieve symptoms in minutes by relaxing the airway muscles
Used as a “rescue” medication during asthma attacks. The doctor may also recommend you use this medication before exercise or exposure to cold temperatures
Quick relivers include salbutamol, terbutaline and fenoterol.
Controllers – not for immediate relief:
Prevent and reduce inflammation, swelling and build-up of mucus
Must be used on a regular basis to be effective
Controller medications include fluticasone, budesonide, and beclomethasone
Please contact us for more details.
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