Asthma Articles A-Z
An asthma diagnosis is generally based on a classification chart, which evaluates the severity of symptoms. This eMedTV article further explains how doctors reach an asthma diagnosis and describes tests used in the diagnosis process.
Asthma in children is usually treated the same way as it is in adults; the same medications are used -- just in smaller doses. This eMedTV page offers tips for parents dealing with asthma in children.
It is uncertain whether asthma in pregnancy can affect the mother and unborn child. As discussed in this eMedTV segment, controlling asthma during pregnancy is important for the well-being of the mother as well as healthy development of the fetus.
Many people take one asthma medication to prevent attacks and another to treat an attack once it starts. This eMedTV page describes the different long-acting and short-acting medicines available and explains the importance of taking them correctly.
Often, a person will take more than one asthma medicine to manage the condition. This eMedTV article describes each of these medicines in detail, explaining when they are typically used, and offers suggestions for remembering to take them correctly.
Asthma prevention is perhaps the best way to minimize the frequency and severity of asthma attacks. As discussed in this eMedTV article, certain asthma prevention steps such as regular checkups and routine medication can help control the condition.
By knowing the answers to certain asthma questions, you can better understand the condition and how it's treated. This eMedTV resource provides answers to frequently asked asthma questions about triggers, symptoms, medications, and other topics.
Asthma signs and symptoms may only occur occasionally in some patients, but in other people, they may be experienced daily. This eMedTV segment lists asthma signs and symptoms, such as coughing and wheezing, that may occur during an asthma attack.
Asthma statistics indicate that about 15 million people in the United States have the condition. This eMedTV page discusses asthma statistics in detail, including who asthma affects and costs associated with the condition.
Asthma symptoms are often triggered by physical activity. As this eMedTV article explains, asthma symptoms vary in severity, and while they are mildly annoying at times, other times, they may be serious enough to make you stop what you are doing.
Asthma treatment consists of either avoiding things that bring on or worsen your symptoms or taking asthma medications. This page from the eMedTV site explains the different quick-relief and long-term control medications that are available.
Asthma Treatment in Older Adults
Asthma treatment in older adults may need to be monitored more carefully and adjusted to fit with other medications. This page on the eMedTV site discusses the precautions that need to be taken prior to administering asthma treatment to older adults.
Asthma treatments are focused on avoiding triggers that worsen symptoms and eliminating asthma attacks through medications. This eMedTV page offers information on drugs, such as albuterol and cromolyn, that are commonly used as asthma treatments.
An asthma trigger is a certain allergen, irritant, or situation that worsens asthma symptoms or leads to asthma attacks. This eMedTV segment provides a detailed list of common allergens and irritants that could potentially be an asthma trigger.
Asthma triggers are common allergens and irritants that may bring on (or worsen) a person's symptoms. This eMedTV article offers suggestions for avoiding common asthma triggers such as tobacco smoke and dust mites.
Asthma is a recurring health condition that affects your airways. This page on the eMedTV site describes this condition in more detail and lists common symptoms that may occur during an asthma attack. Asthmaa is a common misspelling of asthma.
Azmacort is a prescription drug that is licensed to prevent asthma attacks. This eMedTV segment further describes Azmacort and its uses, general dosing information, and possible side effects. Asthmacort is a common misspelling of Azmacort.
Asthma is a chronic health condition that affects the airways that move air into and out of your lungs. This eMedTV segment explains what triggers asthma and lists common symptoms of an asthma attack. Asthmaic is a common misspelling of asthma.
A healthcare provider may prescribe Asmanex to prevent asthma attacks. This part of the eMedTV library explores some potential side effects of Asmanex and offers general dosing information. Asthmanex is a common misspelling of Asmanex.
This portion of the eMedTV Web library offers a brief overview of asthma, including information on what happens during an asthma attack and how to prevent your symptoms from occurring. Asthmatx is a common misspelling of asthma.
This eMedTV Web article explains what causes asthma symptoms and provides some statistics on how common this chronic disease is. This page also describes some of the symptoms of asthma. Asthme is a common misspelling of asthma.
Asthma is a chronic disease that affects your airways, the tubes that carry air into and out of your lungs. This eMedTV resource explains why asthma symptoms occur and lists some of these possible symptoms. Asthmia is a common misspelling of asthma.
Asthma is characterized by inflamed airways that have trouble moving air into and out of the lungs. This eMedTV Web page further describes this condition and lists some of the typical symptoms. Asthmma is a common misspelling of asthma.
Asthma, a chronic condition, affects the body's ability to move air into and out of your lungs. This eMedTV segment describes common symptoms of asthma and explains how the condition can be controlled. Asthmua is a common misspelling of asthma.
Asthma is a chronic disease that is characterized by inflamed airways. This eMedTV article lists symptoms of this condition, explains what triggers these symptoms, and explains how it can be controlled. Asthmus is a common misspelling of asthma.
Advair can be used to treat and prevent airway spasms in people with certain health conditions. This eMedTV article presents a brief overview of the drug and includes a link to more information. Ataativirvar is a common misspelling of Advair.
Advair is a prescription drug used to treat airway spasms in people with certain conditions. This eMedTV segment provides a brief overview of the drug, including its forms and possible side effects. Ativar is a common misspelling of Advair.
As this page of the eMedTV site explains, Advair is often prescribed to treat airway spasms associated with certain conditions. This page provides a brief overview of the drug and a link to more information. Atver is a common misspelling of Advair.
Azmacort is a prescription drug often used to prevent, but not treat, asthma attacks. This segment of the eMedTV library provides a brief overview of the drug and also includes a link to more information. Azmacord is a common misspelling of Azmacort.
Azmacort is a prescription medication that is approved for preventing asthma attacks. This page on the eMedTV Web site takes an in-depth look at how Azmacort works, highlights potential side effects, and offers tips on when and how to use the inhaler.
This eMedTV page explains that although no research has been done on Azmacort and breastfeeding, it is generally thought that Azmacort is safe to use while breastfeeding. This page also covers what to do if you are breastfeeding while taking Azmacort.
Azmacort is classified as a pregnancy Category C medication. This eMedTV resource explains that if you're taking Azmacort and pregnancy occurs (or if you're thinking of becoming pregnant), you should let your healthcare provider know.
This eMedTV Web page explains that the recommended Azmacort dosage for adults and adolescents (age 12 and over) is two inhalations three to four times daily, or four inhalations twice daily. This page also covers Azmacort dosing in children.
Azmacort can potentially interact with prednisone, which can increase the risk of side effects. This part of the eMedTV archives explains that there may be other potential Azmacort drug interactions when Azmacort is taken in high doses.
Although it is rare, it is possible to take too much Azmacort. This section of the eMedTV Web site discusses some of the factors that will affect an Azmacort overdose and explains how an Azmacort overdose may be treated.
Common Azmacort side effects can include headaches, a sore throat, and sinus infections. This eMedTV segment lists both common and rare side effects of Azmacort and also describes which side effects to report immediately to your healthcare provider.
Azmacort uses include preventing asthma attacks in adults and children who are at least six years old. This eMedTV resource explains how Azmacort is a "controller" medication and also discusses its off-label use to treat COPD.
Azmacort Warnings and Precautions
Azmacort can make your asthma symptoms worse or can suppress the immune system. This eMedTV segment offers more Azmacort warnings and precautions (such as potential drug interactions and the safety of taking Azmacort while nursing or pregnant).
Asmanex is commonly prescribed to help prevent asthma attacks. This page from the eMedTV library explains who can take the drug, how often it is taken, and possible side effects. Azmanex is a common misspelling of Asmanex.
Pycnogenol is claimed to treat several conditions, such as asthma, diabetes, and high blood pressure. This eMedTV segment discusses these and other Pycnogenol benefits in more detail and also describes the effects the supplement has on the body.
Brethine is a prescription medicine that is used for treating asthma and emphysema. This eMedTV article explains how Brethine works to improve symptoms, describes the effects of the medication, and offers general warnings and precautions for the drug.
Adults and children over the age of 16 usually start with a Brethine dosage of 5 mg three times daily. This eMedTV page also provides Brethine dosing recommendations for children ages 12 to 15 -- and offers some general tips on taking the medication.
Among the drugs that can potentially interact with Brethine are MAOIs and certain diuretics. This eMedTV resource describes how Brethine drug interactions can decrease the effectiveness of some drugs or increase your risk of serious side effects.