{"id":2907,"date":"2015-03-26T13:35:17","date_gmt":"2015-03-26T13:35:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alldaychemist.com\/blog\/?p=2907"},"modified":"2020-06-08T11:38:59","modified_gmt":"2020-06-08T11:38:59","slug":"asthma-symptoms-medication","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alldaychemist.com\/blog\/asthma-symptoms-medication\/","title":{"rendered":"All about Asthma: its symptoms and medication"},"content":{"rendered":"

Asthma is a lifelong, incurable chronic lung condition. The symptoms are usually mild, but they can build up to a more serious state and result in an asthma attack.
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What is asthma?
\n<\/strong>Asthma is a condition that occurs when inflammation and excess mucus blocks the airways carrying air to and from the lungs. Various studies report that in the US alone, an estimated 25 million people are living with this condition.<\/p>\n

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Reacting to certain substances inhaled, asthmatics at first experience difficulty breathing. When the usual symptoms like shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing and tightness in the chest become severe, it can result in an asthma attack. This condition is also known as an exacerbation, which can be treated at home. If the attack doesn\u2019t subside with home treatment, get to a doctor as asthma can be a life-threatening. To provide relief from the symptoms, doctors may prescribe asthma medication.<\/p>\n

What are the causes of asthma
\n<\/strong>Inflammation of the small tubes (bronchi) which carry air in and out of the lungs results in asthma. When asthmatics come into contact with anything that irritates their lungs, their airways constrict and there is an increase in the production of sticky mucus (phlegm).<\/p>\n

Also Read:\u00a0What are the Effects of Skipping Your Asthma Medication?<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Here are the various causes that trigger symptoms of asthma:<\/p>\n

Genetic factors<\/strong> Genes play a significant role in the development of asthma. Those with a family history of asthma are more likely to get it.<\/p>\n

Airway and chest infections<\/strong> Respiratory infections including cold and flu viruses are common triggers of asthma.<\/p>\n

Smoke <\/strong>Tobacco or second-hand smoking leaves you susceptible to asthma. Additionally, people who are exposed to chemicals or other pollutants are also at risk.<\/p>\n

Apart from underlying causes, various other factors like airborne irritants, food allergies and even emotional issues can trigger asthma.<\/p>\n

Also Read:\u00a0Pet Allergens and Asthma<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

What are the symptoms of asthma?
\n<\/strong>Symptoms of asthma range from mild to severe. In most cases, people only experience occasional symptoms; few people suffer the symptoms over continued periods of time.<\/p>\n

Some common symptoms of asthma are:<\/strong><\/p>\n