A chronic respiratory disease manifested as difficulty breathing due to the narrowing of bronchial passageways

Symptoms of Bronchial Asthma

The following features are indicative of Bronchial Asthma:
  • wheezing
  • coughing
  • chest tightness
  • shortness of breath
It is possible that Bronchial Asthma shows no physical symptoms and still is present in a patient.

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Common Causes of Bronchial Asthma

The following are the most common causes of Bronchial Asthma:
  • tobacco smoke
  • dust mites
  • outdoor air pollution
  • cockroach allergen
  • smoke from burning wood or grass

Risk Factors for Bronchial Asthma

The following factors may increase the likelihood of Bronchial Asthma:
  • having a parent or sibling with asthma
  • atopic dermatitis
  • being overweight
  • being a smoker
  • exposure to secondhand smoke
  • exposure to fumes
  • exposure to chemicals used in farming and hairdressing

Prevention of Bronchial Asthma

Yes, it may be possible to prevent Bronchial Asthma. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
  • get vaccinated for influenza and pneumonia
  • avoid outdoor allergens and irritants
  • monitor your breathing

Occurrence of Bronchial Asthma

Number of Cases

The following are the number of Bronchial Asthma cases seen each year worldwide:
  • Very common > 10 Million cases

Common Age Group

Bronchial Asthma can occur at any age.

Common Gender

Bronchial Asthma can occur in any gender.

Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Bronchial Asthma

The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Bronchial Asthma:
  • Spirometry: To measure the forced expiratory volume in 1 second

Doctor for Diagnosis of Bronchial Asthma

Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Bronchial Asthma:
  • Allergist

Complications of Bronchial Asthma if untreated

Yes, Bronchial Asthma causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Bronchial Asthma is left untreated:
  • can be fatal
  • decreased ability to take part in physical activities
  • lack of sleep due to nighttime symptoms
  • permanent changes in the function of the lungs
  • persistent cough
  • trouble breathing

Procedures for Treatment of Bronchial Asthma

The following procedures are used to treat Bronchial Asthma:
  • Allergy shots: Reduces the immune system reaction to specific allergens
  • Bronchial thermoplasty: Reduces the smooth muscle inside the airways by heating up insides of the airways

Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Bronchial Asthma

The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Bronchial Asthma:
  • Breathing exercises: Improves the asthma symptoms
  • Herbal and natural remedies: Improves asthma symptoms

Patient Support for Treatment of Bronchial Asthma

The following actions may help Bronchial Asthma patients:
  • Pace yourself: Take breaks between the tasks and avoid activities that make the symptoms worse
  • Talk to others with your condition: Connect with people facing similar challenges
  • Child having asthma: Pay attention on the things your child can do

Time for Treatment of Bronchial Asthma

While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Bronchial Asthma to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision:
  • In 1 - 4 weeks

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Last updated date

This page was last updated on 2/04/2019.
This page provides information for Bronchial Asthma.

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