AnatomyDiseasesChemicals and DrugsAnalytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and EquipmentPhenomena and ProcessesHealth Care
BeclomethasoneAspirinAsthmaAnti-Asthmatic AgentsAdministration, InhalationAerosol PropellantsNebulizers and VaporizersPeak Expiratory Flow RateAerosolsAnti-Inflammatory AgentsBudesonidePregnenedionesGlucocorticoidsAlbuterolMetered Dose InhalersBronchodilator AgentsDouble-Blind MethodChlorofluorocarbonsForced Expiratory VolumeAdministration, TopicalAdrenal Cortex HormonesHydrocarbons, FluorinatedAndrostadienesPowdersPituitary-Adrenal Function TestsHydrocortisoneEthanolaminesEye ManifestationsBronchial HyperreactivityAdrenergic beta-AgonistsRespiratory Function TestsAdministration, OralAstheniaFluocinolone AcetonidePregnanetriolBronchial Provocation TestsPlatelet Aggregation InhibitorsRespiratory TherapyClinical Trials as TopicPregnadienediolsAdrenal Cortex Function TestsRhinitis, Allergic, SeasonalSpirometryPrednisoloneAnti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-SteroidalBronchiCross-Over StudiesDrug Administration ScheduleCosyntropinDrug Therapy, CombinationPlacebosCromolyn SodiumMethacholine ChlorideMethylprednisoloneBronchoconstrictionAsthma, Exercise-InducedEosinophilsLungDrug CombinationsAnti-Allergic AgentsPituitary-Adrenal SystemTreatment Outcome
BronchoconstrictionNSAIDsInflammationSymptomsNonsteroidal anti-AllergensBronchial asthmaNocturnal asthmaCorticosteroidsAdult onset asthmaMedicationsExercise-inducedAcuteGastro-esophagRespiratoryIrritantsPathophysiology of asthmaMontelukastAllergic rhinitisDiagnosisDiagnoseOccupationalGlobal InitiaAttacksPulmonaryPrevalencePeople with asthmaSeverity of asthmaTriggers of asthmaSevereChemicalsAffectsGERDColdsParameters of asthma controlEfficacyAllergyIncludeLungsChest tightnessSufferersAllergiesPhenotypesProphylaxisExacerbationBronchodilatorPatients with asthmaOccurPediatric patientsTreatment
Bronchoconstriction5
NSAIDs3
  • Various drugs such as aspirin, NSAIDs, Beta blockers, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors can trigger asthma symptoms. (essayforall.org)
  • [3] Other potential triggers include medications such as aspirin and other NSAIDs , beta blockers , and ACE inhibitors . (mdwiki.org)
  • anecdotally applicable to other drugs, such as NSAIDs, mucositis-inducing chemotherapy agents, and ethanol. (interactionsguide.com)
Inflammation8
  • This nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication works by inhibiting activities of certain substances that induce fever, inflammation and pain. (searchhomeremedy.com)
  • Asthma is marked by inflammation of the bronchial tubes, with extra sticky secretions inside the tubes. (webmd.com)
  • The airways can swell as a result of inflammation made worse by an elevated number of a type of white blood cells known as eosinophils, which are markers for severe asthma. (healthywomen.org)
  • Asthma becomes more persistent as inflammation continues. (essayforall.org)
  • Asthma is a clinical syndrome characterized by episodic reversible airway obstruction, increased bronchial reactivity, and airway inflammation. (medscape.com)
  • Asthma is the chronic condition that causes inflammation, swell, produce extra mucus and narrowing in the airway of the lungs. (diseasesdic.com)
  • Some exercise may cause the inflammation of airway tubes or bronchial and thus it results in asthma. (diseasesdic.com)
  • Chronic asthma symptoms are related to a combination of inflammation and airway hyperresponsiveness. (nursingce.com)
Symptoms34
  • Symptoms usually subside within 3-4 weeks or shortly after the offending medication is withdrawn in drug-induced pulmonary eosinophilia. (medscape.com)
  • People with asthma have symptoms when the airways tighten, inflame, or fill with mucus. (webmd.com)
  • Not every person with asthma has the same symptoms in the same way. (webmd.com)
  • Your symptoms may also vary from one asthma attack to the next, being mild during one and severe during another. (webmd.com)
  • Some people with asthma may go for long periods without having any symptoms. (webmd.com)
  • It is important to recognize and treat even mild asthma symptoms to help you prevent severe episodes and keep asthma under better control. (webmd.com)
  • An asthma attack can get worse quickly, so it's important to treat these symptoms right away. (webmd.com)
  • Wheezing, coughing and/or tightness in the chest and shortness of breath are all hallmark symptoms of a classic asthma attack. (healthywomen.org)
  • Controlling asthma includes short-term relief of symptoms and long-term strategies to prevent attacks from occurring. (healthywomen.org)
  • Asthma symptoms that recur frequently, even when medication is taken regularly, can be a sign that a reassessment with a health care professional is necessary. (healthywomen.org)
  • Asthma symptoms are sometimes mistaken for a bacterial infection. (healthywomen.org)
  • Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that can cause asthma attacks and allergy-like symptoms. (pracmedicbags.com)
  • If you or someone in your family have asthma, learning how to manage the symptoms and quickly treat an asthma attack could be life saving. (pracmedicbags.com)
  • Asthma, also known as bronchial asthma, is a long-term respiratory condition that causes symptoms in recurrent episodes. (pracmedicbags.com)
  • Asthma can affect people regardless of age, but in many cases, symptoms improve or even disappear over time. (pracmedicbags.com)
  • Some patients, however, never outgrow asthma - in other cases, symptoms could return after being dormant if suddenly exposed to air pollution or allergens. (pracmedicbags.com)
  • Asthma can produce allergy-like symptoms, and it can be related to allergies. (pracmedicbags.com)
  • Although uncommon, this type of asthma attack can lead to life-threatening symptoms and anaphylactic shock. (pracmedicbags.com)
  • Many asthma patients take this test regularly to check the evolution of their symptoms and whether their treatment is working. (pracmedicbags.com)
  • You may have to use two different treatment plans: one for acute asthma symptoms, and one for maintenance and prevention. (pracmedicbags.com)
  • Patients with asthma may be free from symptoms, with these periods alternating with acute flare-ups that last from minutes to days. (essayforall.org)
  • The signs and symptoms of asthma are easy to identify and require one to immediately seek medical attention. (essayforall.org)
  • Undergoing tests is necessary for asthma patients to help identify substances triggering the symptoms. (essayforall.org)
  • Symptoms of bronchial asthma are manifested as a result of a negative effect on the cells and cellular elements (eosinophils, mast cells, macrophages, dendritic cells, T-lymphocytes, etc.) of the respiratory tract of various pathological factors, such as allergens. (ventolin-albuterol.com)
  • In genetically susceptible individuals, these interactions can lead the patient with asthma to symptoms of breathlessness, wheezing, cough, and chest tightness. (medscape.com)
  • Asthma - Symptoms, Treatment, and Risk Factors. (diseasesdic.com)
  • In this case, the coughing can occur alone, without other asthma-type symptoms being present. (diseasesdic.com)
  • The patient may have wheezing or short breath when lying down and may not notice these symptoms until awoken by them in the middle of the night - usually between 2 and 4 AM. Nighttime symptoms may also be a common problem in those with daytime asthma as well. (diseasesdic.com)
  • [2] Asthma is classified according to the frequency of symptoms, forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1), and peak expiratory flow rate . (mdwiki.org)
  • [15] Some people with asthma rarely experience symptoms, usually in response to triggers, whereas others may react frequently and readily and experience persistent symptoms. (mdwiki.org)
  • This course aims to ensure that all advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) within primary care and emergency medicine are aware of and able to implement the most up-to-date information regarding the pathophysiology, signs, symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment of asthma in their practice. (nursingce.com)
  • Amongst patients diagnosed with asthma, 60.1% of adult and 44% of pediatric patients have poorly controlled symptoms. (nursingce.com)
  • To classify your asthma severity, your doctor will consider how often you have signs and symptoms and how severe they are. (mayoclinic.org)
  • The right medications for you depend on a number of things - your age, symptoms, asthma triggers and what works best to keep your asthma under control. (mayoclinic.org)
Nonsteroidal anti-1
  • Aspirin works for a longer time than other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. (searchhomeremedy.com)
Allergens6
  • Asthma sufferers may have allergies to certain proteins, known as allergens, which are usually airborne and can trigger an attack. (healthywomen.org)
  • A specific type of asthma, called Allergic Asthma, is triggered by breathing in allergens. (pracmedicbags.com)
  • All these dust particles, especially dust mites, are known allergens that, when they enter the bronchial tree, provoke attacks of bronchial asthma. (ventolin-albuterol.com)
  • The cause of adult-onset asthma seems to be triggered by the exposure to the allergens called nonallergic adult-onset asthma. (diseasesdic.com)
  • Some researchers attribute the development of asthma to a combination of atopy (a genetic tendency towards an IgE-mediated overreaction to external triggers), a familial tendency, and exposure to particular childhood upper respiratory infection(s), allergens, or triggers. (nursingce.com)
  • This hypertrophy leads to airway narrowing and increases the reactivity of the airway to the presence of asthma triggers such as allergens, infections, or other irritants. (nursingce.com)
Bronchial asthma9
Nocturnal asthma1
Corticosteroids4
  • It is less well appreciated that significant numbers of asthma patients are also refractory to treatment with inhaled corticosteroids 3 , 7 and β-adrenergic agonists 8 . (ersjournals.com)
  • Although recent evidence suggests that smoking may influence responses to inhaled corticosteroids 19 , little else is known about the influence of acquired factors on responses to asthma therapy. (ersjournals.com)
  • Corticosteroids used for treating asthma attack include fluticasone, budesonide, beclomethasone, mometasone and ciclesonide . (searchhomeremedy.com)
  • Montelukast Portfarma is indicated in the treatment of asthma as add-on therapy in those patients with mild to moderate persistent asthma who are inadequately controlled on inhaled corticosteroids and in whom “as-needed†short acting β-agonists provide inadequate clinical control of asthma. (pillintrip.com)
Adult onset asthma3
  • But many people develop the condition in adulthood, after age 20-known as adult onset asthma. (healthywomen.org)
  • Adult-onset asthma affects women more than men, and it is also much less common than child-onset asthma. (diseasesdic.com)
  • Exposure to chemicals, plastics, metals, certain medicines or wood dust can cause adult-onset asthma. (diseasesdic.com)
Medications11
  • The present authors examined whether body mass index (BMI) influenced the response to placebo, as well as to two asthma controller medications. (ersjournals.com)
  • Variations in responsiveness to asthma medications are potentially explained by genetically determined differences in expression of drug target molecules 9 . (ersjournals.com)
  • Although polymorphisms or splice variants in genes encoding LT biosynthetic enzymes 10 , 11 and receptors 12 , as well as glucocorticoid receptors 13 , have been reported, these are, thus far, either of uncertain functional significance or can account for only a small proportion of variation in therapeutic responsiveness to asthma controller medications 14 - 18 . (ersjournals.com)
  • However, the present authors are unaware of any studies that have explored the possibility that obesity might influence therapeutic responsiveness either to asthma medications or to the placebo itself. (ersjournals.com)
  • The findings of the present study point to BMI as a previously unrecognised factor influencing the placebo response in asthma, and suggest the possibility that it may differentially influence responses to these two types of controller medications. (ersjournals.com)
  • Medications and behavioral approaches, such as avoiding asthma triggers, for example, are both important to managing asthma successfully. (healthywomen.org)
  • There are various medications to treat and prevent asthma attacks. (pracmedicbags.com)
  • Regardless of the increased knowledge of asthma pathology, medications, and management, hospitalization, and death rates continue to rise. (essayforall.org)
  • Genetic differences may alter susceptibility to asthma, as well as responsiveness to asthma medications. (medscape.com)
  • Long-term asthma control medications, generally taken daily, are the cornerstone of asthma treatment. (mayoclinic.org)
  • State generic and brand names of medications used to treat asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and cystic fibrosis. (ashp.org)
Exercise-induced3
  • Go to Pediatric Asthma , Status Asthmaticus , Exercise-Induced Asthma , and Asthma in Pregnancy for complete information on these topics. (medscape.com)
  • After exercise, if you feel difficulty in breathing or wheezing, then you could be suffering from exercise-induced asthma. (diseasesdic.com)
  • However, if your coughing, wheezing or panting does not make sense, this could be an indication of exercise-induced asthma. (diseasesdic.com)
Acute3
  • Do not prescribe montelukast sodium to treat an acute asthma attack ( 5.1 ). (nih.gov)
  • Not indicated to treat an acute asthma attack. (nih.gov)
  • Daily administration of Admont sodium for the chronic treatment of asthma has not been established to prevent acute episodes of EIB. (medicatione.com)
Gastro-esophag2
  • Co-morbidities of asthma include sinusitis, nasal polyposis, gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) and allergic rhinitis. (medscape.com)
  • A number of other health conditions occur more frequently in people with asthma, including gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD), rhinosinusitis , and obstructive sleep apnea . (mdwiki.org)
Respiratory4
  • Asthma - respiratory diseases of various etiologies, the main sign of which is suffocation. (ventolin-albuterol.com)
  • Risk factors for asthma include a family history of allergic disease, the presence of allergen-specific immunoglobulin E (IgE), viral respiratory illnesses , exposure to aeroallergens , cigarette smoke, obesity , and lower socioeconomic status. (medscape.com)
  • 460 BC- Hippocrates (460 BC) was the first to use the term Asthma as a panting and respiratory distress. (diseasesdic.com)
  • The most frequently diagnosed chronic respiratory disease states are asthma , chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) , and cystic fibrosis (CF). 1 Asthma affects roughly 300 million individuals worldwide, with an estimated 25 million of those individuals in the United States. (ashp.org)
Irritants1
Pathophysiology of asthma1
  • Recall the pathophysiology of asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and cystic fibrosis. (ashp.org)
Montelukast7
  • A post hoc analysis was performed, pooling data from four double-blind, placebo-controlled studies randomising 3,073 moderate asthmatic adults to montelukast (n = 1,439), beclomethasone (n = 894) or placebo (n = 740). (ersjournals.com)
  • Herein, the present authors have evaluated the relationship between body mass index (BMI) and measures of treatment response by performing a post hoc analysis of an established database from four previous placebo-controlled studies randomising 3,073 adults with moderate asthma to treatment with placebo, the anti-LT agent montelukast or the inhaled corticosteroid beclomethasone. (ersjournals.com)
  • Analyses were undertaken to provide evidence for differential efficacy of montelukast and inhaled beclomethasone in patients with differing BMI. (ersjournals.com)
  • Patients with known aspirin sensitivity should continue to avoid aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents while taking montelukast sodium ( 5.3 ). (nih.gov)
  • In those asthmatic patients in whom Montelukast Portfarma is indicated in asthma, Montelukast Portfarma can also provide symptomatic relief of seasonal allergic rhinitis. (pillintrip.com)
  • The therapeutic effect of Montelukast Portfarma on parameters of asthma control occurs within one day. (pillintrip.com)
  • Patients should be advised to continue taking Montelukast Portfarma even if their asthma is under control, as well as during periods of worsening asthma. (pillintrip.com)
Allergic rhinitis2
  • Patients with both asthma and allergic rhinitis should take only one dose daily in the evening ( 2.4 ). (nih.gov)
  • The recommended dose for adults and adolescents 15 years of age and older with asthma, or with asthma and concomitant seasonal allergic rhinitis, is one 10 mg tablet daily to be taken in the evening. (pillintrip.com)
Diagnosis2
Diagnose2
  • While primary care providers can diagnose and treat asthma, consultation with a specialist, such as an allergist or pulmonary or lung specialist, may be necessary. (healthywomen.org)
  • Cough-induced asthma is one of the most difficult asthmas to diagnose. (diseasesdic.com)
Occupational1
  • The prevalence of asthma varies widely in different regions of the world due to distinct genetic, environmental and occupational risk factors. (diseasesdic.com)
Global Initia1
Attacks6
  • Mild asthma attacks are generally more common. (webmd.com)
  • During these episodes, commonly known as asthma attacks, the airways become swollen and narrow, and they secrete extra mucus. (pracmedicbags.com)
  • Different patients react to different triggers, so it's important to recognize which substances and situations can cause asthma attacks for you. (pracmedicbags.com)
  • Preventing these triggers can cause a significant reduction in the severity and frequency of your asthma attacks. (pracmedicbags.com)
  • Although there is no way to prevent asthma, one can take measures to live with the condition and avoid asthma attacks. (essayforall.org)
  • Prevention and long-term control are key to stopping asthma attacks before they start. (mayoclinic.org)
Pulmonary5
  • Recent data suggest that circulating, but not local, lung IL-5 is critically required for the development of antigen-induced pulmonary eosinophilia. (medscape.com)
  • Studies have focused on healthy individuals (patients with asthma excluded) or patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). (medscape.com)
  • Define asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and cystic fibrosis. (ashp.org)
  • List nonpharmacologic therapy options for asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and cystic fibrosis. (ashp.org)
  • Recognize differences in pharmacotherapy for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. (ashp.org)
Prevalence4
  • [ 7 ] Using a cross-sectional design, the authors compared children living on farms to those in a reference group with respect to the prevalence of asthma and to the diversity of microbial exposure. (medscape.com)
  • The studies found that children who lived on farms had a lower prevalence of asthma and atopy and were exposed to a greater variety of environmental microorganisms than children in the reference group. (medscape.com)
  • The prevalence of asthma and allergic sensitization was 4 and 6 times lower in the Amish population, with higher median endotoxin levels in house dust. (medscape.com)
  • 1 , 2 Although prevalence rates of asthma increased significantly from 2001 to 2010, the rates remained relatively stable from 2010 to 2017. (ashp.org)
People with asthma4
  • People with asthma have sensitive airways that tend to overreact and narrow when they come into contact with even slight triggers. (webmd.com)
  • People with asthma can be more sensitive than other people to triggers, such as substances inhaled from the environment, odors, temperature changes and physical activity. (healthywomen.org)
  • An estimated 60 percent of people with asthma have airborne allergies. (healthywomen.org)
  • Cavities occur more often in people with asthma. (mdwiki.org)
Severity of asthma2
  • A more limited body of evidence suggests that obesity may also increase the severity of asthma, as weight loss by various means resulted in improved disease control in several small series 31 - 35 . (ersjournals.com)
  • The presence and severity of asthma are related to a complex interaction between genetic and environmental factors. (nursingce.com)
Triggers of asthma1
  • Causes or triggers of asthma can be divided into allergic and nonallergic etiologies. (medscape.com)
Severe2
  • Severe asthma can cause trouble talking or being active. (webmd.com)
  • In severe cases, an allergic asthma attack can be triggered by touching or unknowingly eating an allergen. (pracmedicbags.com)
Chemicals2
  • The most common causes of asthma are dust allergies, work in places with sharp chemical odors (household chemicals, perfumes), and smoking. (ventolin-albuterol.com)
  • Many cleaning and detergents, as well as personal care products (hair spray, toilet water, air freshener) contain chemicals that can develop coughing fits, suffocation, and sometimes asthma. (ventolin-albuterol.com)
Affects5
  • Asthma is a serious disease that affects about 25 million Americans and causes nearly 1.6 million emergency room visits every year. (webmd.com)
  • Asthma is a relatively common condition that affects a significant number of people around the world, particularly children. (pracmedicbags.com)
  • Asthma is a long-term disease that affects both children and adults. (essayforall.org)
  • For some people, asthma is a minor condition, while in some, it is a significant condition that affects/interferes with daily activities making it life-threatening. (essayforall.org)
  • According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), asthma affects more than 26 million Americans. (nursingce.com)
GERD1
  • Other medical conditions included coronary artery disease, dyslipidemia and GERD treated with aspirin, clopidogrel, omeprazole, pravastatin and niacin. (springeropen.com)
Colds2
  • In addition, some people may have asthma only during exercise or with viral infections like colds . (webmd.com)
  • [2] Asthma may also present with tiredness , recurrent colds , or poor fitness. (mdwiki.org)
Parameters of asthma control1
  • The treatment groups were balanced for BMI, demographic characteristics and parameters of asthma control. (ersjournals.com)
Efficacy2
  • There have been no clinical trials in patients with asthma to evaluate the relative efficacy of morning versus evening dosing. (medicatione.com)
  • Efficacy has been demonstrated for asthma when Admont was administered in the evening without regard to time of food ingestion. (medicatione.com)
Allergy1
  • Other things can irritate the already-sensitive air passages of asthma or allergy sufferers. (healthywomen.org)
Include2
  • Common beta2-agonists used for treating asthma include albuterol, pirbuterol, levalbuterol, terbutaline and metaproterenol. (searchhomeremedy.com)
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Lungs5
  • Asthma is a long-term disease of the lungs. (webmd.com)
  • Asthma is a lung condition that makes the primary airways-known as the bronchi-in the lungs swollen and inflamed all of the time. (healthywomen.org)
  • Asthma is a lung condition that results in the large and small airways-known as the bronchi and bronchiole-in the lungs becoming swollen and inflamed. (healthywomen.org)
  • When the lungs react severely to a trigger, what's known as an 'asthma attack' may occur. (healthywomen.org)
  • Lower than usual peak flow readings are a sign that your lungs may not be working as well and that your asthma may be getting worse. (mayoclinic.org)
Chest tightness1
  • Asthma is characterized by recurrent episodes of wheezing , shortness of breath , chest tightness , and coughing . (mdwiki.org)
Sufferers2
  • But not all asthma sufferers have defined allergies. (healthywomen.org)
  • An increased percentage of asthma sufferers was noticed among workers in the chemical industry, craftsmen working with building materials (especially plaster, drywall, paint, varnish), workers in poorly ventilated and dirty rooms (offices, warehouses), beauty salon masters (working with nails, painting hair). (ventolin-albuterol.com)
Allergies1
  • People who have allergies are at an increased risk of developing asthma, and those raised in environments where they were exposed to cigarette smoke also have a much higher incidence of the condition. (healthywomen.org)
Phenotypes1
  • Asthma comprises diverse "phenotypes" reflecting heterogeneity in a number of characteristics, including response to therapy. (ersjournals.com)
Prophylaxis2
  • Prophylaxis and chronic treatment of asthma in patients 2 years of age and older ( 1.1 ). (nih.gov)
  • Admont sodium is indicated for the prophylaxis and chronic treatment of asthma in adults and pediatric patients 2 years of age and older. (medicatione.com)
Exacerbation1
  • [13] During recovery from an asthma attack (exacerbation), it may appear pus-like due to high levels of white blood cells called eosinophils . (mdwiki.org)
Bronchodilator2
  • Without immediate treatment, such as with your asthma inhaler or bronchodilator , it will become harder to breathe. (webmd.com)
  • If your lung function improves with use of a bronchodilator, it's likely you have asthma. (mayoclinic.org)
Patients with asthma1
  • Therefore, extending antimicrobial use to patients with asthma and others with limited cardiopulmonary reserve may be reasonable. (medscape.com)
Occur1
  • This is the most common symptom of asthma which may occur with or without the production of mucus. (essayforall.org)
Pediatric patients1
  • Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients less than 12 months of age with asthma have not been established. (medicatione.com)
Treatment2
  • Determining your asthma severity helps your doctor choose the best treatment. (mayoclinic.org)
  • Asthma severity often changes over time, requiring treatment adjustments. (mayoclinic.org)