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Q: asthma????
okay...i had asthma for about 8 years (6 years old-14 years old)....i have something called allergies induced asthma.... everytime i get an allergic reaction, it all goes to my lungs and i have to go on a treatment every 5 hours and it sucks....i love animals and i cant really go near them that much.,,sucks even more! My question is will i grow out of asthma or will i have it forever???
A: I have something called "cough-variant asthma." Basically I start coughing when exposed to dust and pollen, and also get a lingering cough after a cold. The doctor prescribed an inhaler (at first Advair, then Pulmicort) to use every day, and it still did not get rid of my symptoms.
To make a long story short, allergies and asthma are not very well understood, and you end up taking medicines that are not without side effects. I have started using non-traditional techniques (in particular, Reiki, look it up) in addition to my inhalers, and the results have been amazing -- my persistent cough, which was only relieved by the inhalers, is now gone!
Some people do grow out of asthma, and it is my recommendation to try Reiki, or other non-traditional techniques in addition to your medication.
Q: If you're an asthmatic, how can you tell the difference between an asthma attack and a panic attack?
I've had asthma for approximately 14 years but it's gradually getting worse as I get older and my attacks are more frequent. I've been put on additional preventative medicine but have always wondered about the difference between asthma and anxiety/panic attacks. I'm not sure if I experience the latter because my asthma does scare me on occasion. Is it normal to get scared during an attack? How can you tell if it's just a little fear or full blown anxiety?
Things I have been experiencing lately are: wheezy cough, chest soreness and aches, breathlessness, and feeling as if weights are sitting on my chest. Sometimes I feel achey and weak all over. At times, I get frustrated when my asthma is out of control because it's hard to breathe but I do not hyperventilate or experience a racing heart. I just have difficulty getting a breath and I become really achey, especially after I take my rescue inhaler.
What am I experiencing and is it typical for an asthma attack or panic attack?
A: I think you're experiencing asthma attacks. I have asthma and anxiety and I don't know.. I guess I just "know" the difference when it happens. An asthma attack is like.. no matter WHAT you do, you can breathe in or out without feeling like someone's choking the life out of you until you puff your inhaler. An anxiety attack is more... well.. i can feel it coming on. My body starts shaking a little, my mouth goes dry, and I hyperventilate. When it comes to actual breathing, I can better control my breathing during an anxiety attack as opposed to an asthma attack.
This is probably one of the best questions I've read so far. You should ask a doctor about it though. These are just my experiences. Great question =)
Q: What are the different types of asthma how many different types are there?
I have Bronchoal Asthma. My doctor said it is not like other asthma. He also said it was the worst form of asthma. I really don't use any breathing devices much anymre and I very rarly feel breathless
A: two types bronchial asthma & cardiac asthma. In ur case it is an hypersensitive reaction, the basophill bursts & realease a chemical & it constricts the broncii thus u feel breathless
Q: What is the best exercise to improve my asthma and cardiac fitness?
I have had asthma since I was 2 years old, and suffer from exercise induced asthma as well as weather and food affected. Running is the worst for inducing asthma in me.
If I want to improve my asthma and my cardiac fitness, what is the best exercise for me to do?
A: light exercise and light swimming. because it is gentle and help develope your cardiac tissue. Donr over do it because the stress can make you drown or fall on a track. I have faults too because i have torn muscles in my knees. take time and do things very slow and you can do fun things , but please be careful. Also eat quality protein and fruit juice. Dont over do icant do it all. You can still be fit and healthy
Q: What is the best asthma inhaler or anything that can help asthma?
i have tried everything.
albuteral inhaler
cingulair pill
&advair.
please help nothing works and i get asthma attacks every time i run!
thanks a bunch i will give the best answer to the person that has personal experience and an explanation.
thanks
ps my doctor is stupid and doesnt know what to do now!
A: Your problem isn't just the inhaler, it's that few doctors understand asthma.
I use the Ventolin inhaler but, honestly, what has really helped me is cutting out a lot of dairy in my diet. I drink AT LEAST 8 big glasses of water per day and avoid all dairy: milk, cheese, etc.
I won't say I never have dairy but after a month of cutting way back on dairy, I noticed I wasn't needing my inhaler as often.
Also, take a product with Guaifenesin in it like Mucinex. Guaifenesin is good for people with asthma. I buy stuff at the Dollar Store that has Guaifenesin in it and it really helps me.
Q: What are the medical rules regarding asthma type conditions and commercial airline pilots?
I am 17 years and always wanted to be a pilot with RAF. Have just been rejected because I had 'asthma type symptoms' when I was younger, although was tested for asthma and the diagnosis was negative. However they now say that because I am sensitive to respiratory conditions I can never fly. I don't have any problems now and you will be hard pushed to find anyone fitter than me. Are the medical rules the same for commercial pilots?
A: I'm not sure what the rules are in the UK, but they tend to mirror the US. And asthma isn't one of those listed.
But even if they do restrict it, you can always apply for a waiver. It doesn't matter which bureaucracy you're in contact with, there's always a way to outmaneuver a requirement.
Q: How can i keep my asthma under control?
Ive had asthma all of my life. I'm an active 15 year old girl doing PE for GCSE but recently my asthma has become so much worse and going for the tiniest jog will start it off. Any tips?
A: 1Call your doctor. When you notice that you are experiencing symptoms, such as difficulty in breathing, especially during the fall or spring, increased coughing, sometimes with phlegm or mucous production, and feelings of tiredness or exhaustion, call your doctor and make an appointment. Your doctor will perform several tests, such as the lung function test, to determine the percentage at which your lungs are functioning. He may also order allergy testing to find out if your symptoms are related to allergies
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Q: What's the difference between out of puff and asthma attack?
I have read in the Asthma magazine a report to an asthmatic middle age man, he said that many people do not know the difference between being out of breath and asthma attack, can anyone explain? I think that gasping for air is like asthma attack or is not? Thanks for answers.
A: Exercise related gasping is just the bodies response to your cells needed more oxygen than your lungs are currently providing. This will soon pass as you stop exercising. In a full blown asthma attack the little air passages (bronchioles) become constricted and it is hard to get air in or out of your lungs. These people do gasp, but it doesn't stop until the bronchioles relax with medications (either inhaled or steroids) Or, in worst case scenario the person will be intubated and have a machine do the work for them. So to answer your question, it is completely different.
Q: Is it possible to have asthma and not have asthma attacks?
I think I might have a minor case of asthma because my chest hurts badly when I run and for the rest of that day. I've never had an asthma attack, so is it at all possible to have asthma?
I have an appointment to see a doctor but I wanted to know if anyone knew beforehand.
A: Yes, it is. Symptoms are
* Tightness in the chest
* Characteristic 'wheezing' sound, especially when exhaling
* Shortness of breath
* Persistent cough, especially at night
* May have increased pulse, anxiety or fear
Asthma has typically been divided into two major categories: extrinsic and intrinsic. Extrinsic, or atopic, asthma is generally considered an allergic condition, with a characteristic increase in levels of serum IgE-the allergic antibody. Intrinsic asthma is associated with a bronchial reaction that is due not to allergy, but rather to such factors as toxic chemicals, cold air, exercise, infection, and emotional upset. Both extrinsic and intrinsic factors trigger the release of chemicals like histamine that mediate (produce or control) inflammation from mast cells-specialized white blood cells that reside in various body tissues, including the lining of the respiratory passages. The rate of asthma in the United States is rising rapidly, especially among children. Reasons often given to explain the rise in asthma include: increased stress on the immune system due to greater chemical pollution in the air, water, and food; earlier weaning and earlier introduction of solid foods to infants; food additives; and genetic manipulation of plants, resulting in food components with greater allergenic tendencies.
There are four important dietary therapies in asthma: elimination of food allergies, following a vegetarian diet, and elimination of food additives. If you'd like to read more, go here:
http://www.doctormurray.com/conditions/Asthma.asp
Q: My father has asthma but would like to play the violin but is allegic to some rosins . What next?
Do electric violens need rosin.Any rosins you have tried and been successful with if you have allergies or asthma. Thank you to all.
A: All violins require some sort of rosin on the bow to make sound. Electric violins do not differ from acoustic violins in this regard.
You might explore "Clarity" rosin, which is sold here:
http://www.folkmusician.com/Clarity-Hypoallergenic-Violin-Rosin/productinfo/9250/ I have not tried it, so I cannot say if there is a difference in sound using this substance.
You did not say how extreme your your father's allergy was. Minimizing the exposure might help, or it may make no difference, perhaps trying the following:
1) Don't apply any more rosin to the bow than is necessary, and "flick" though the hair away from the face, to remove excess before he plays.
2) Wipe down the strings, top of the instrument, and bow stick with a soft cloth to remove all the rosin dust after each time he plays.
3) Make sure that your father does not handle the rosin except with a cloth or the felt wrapping.
Q: Do live chickens aggravate asthma? Are there ways to remove spurs from young and growing roosters?
My mother-in-law is a teacher in an elementary school and has a chick as a classroom pet. She is wondering if live chickens are likely to aggravate asthma in children.
Also, the chick appears to be growing spurs and she is concerned that when the chick becomes older that he will use them against the classroom children. Is there way to remove the spurs that grow on roosters (in a humane manner)? If so, what would something like that cost?
Thank you for your assistance.
A: yes they carry pet dander (DOWN) like any other bird... about the spurs I can't tell you, because I know nothing about this sorry.
Q: How is it that swimming is good for asthma?
I have asthma (minor, but still, I have it), and I've been told that swimming is the best thing an asmatic can do.
Why is that? I know that all arobic exercises are good for your asthma but swimming seems to be the first things people tell you is good. So, why swimming as opposed to say, jogging or biking.
I'm just curious, considering starting a regular swimming workout. Thanks.
A: Because of the humidity. Your also not breathing in dry air and allergens that can trigger an attack.
Q: What is the difference between Asthma and Chronic Bronchitis?
They recently diagnosed me with Asthma and have me on two types of inhalers.
I really think it's Chronic Bronchitis.
What symptoms distinguish these two ailments from each other?
I'm 42 and lived with a smoker for 25 years.
A: Chronic bronchitis is usually found only in heavy smokers. Asthma usually presents itself at a very young age while the other one presents in the 50+ age group. Chronic bronchitis is also associated with a lot of sputum production when compared to asthma. Asthma can also be due to some medication, food, pollen or dust to which you are allergic to.
Q: Do you need a prescription to buy asthma medication?
I'm going on a hiking expedition and the First Aid Kit list we got says that I should pack asthma medication as well, even if none of our group members have diagnosed asthma. All the First Aid Kits that I've seen on the market here in Singapore don't have asthma puffers, so I'm planning to get it separately. Does anyone know if a prescription is needed to buy asthma puffers? Thanks in advance.
A: Yes you need a prescription. Call your doctors office and ask them about it. Most likely they will have a trial size albuterol inhaler that they can give you. Instead of the normal 60 puffs the vial only has like 15 or 30 or something like that. Make sure you have some benadryl too for allergic reactions to plants and stuff. Anyways I hope I helped. take care and enjoy your hike
Q: How exactly does Asthma relate to an individual?
Hey,
This is a question which has plagued me for a while and I would like some insight into it.
Is a person's Asthma and how severe it is related to their genetics? If so, does that mean an individual's Asthma can't get worse?
No medical insight merely something that I'd like to know the answer to.
Cheers.
A: It's the number one most treatable disease on the planet. While it is possible for a person who is still in the growth and devolopment stages of their life to have their asthma get better their airways still have the underlying sensitivity and when they become older adults the asthma always comes back to varying degrees, dependant on what the specific triggers are. Asthma can always get worse especially if untreated or undertreated. A the airways become remodeled and thereby increasingly more sensitive and reactive.