About High Levels of ABS Eosinophils
Eosinophils are a type of white blood cells. They play important roles in parasite defense reactions, allergic responses, tissue inflammation and immune regulation. When a stain (eosin) is applied to...
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PH & Asthma
Asthma is a condition in which airways constrict, making breathing hard or impossible, but it can be controlled with medications and regular medical checkups. Research conducted at the University of...
View ArticleChlorine & Asthma
Exposure to chlorinated water in swimming pools may increase a child's risk of developing asthma, a disease that affects the lungs. Asthma may be managed by medication.
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How to Assess a Peak Flow Meter Reading
A peak flow meter measures how much air you can push out of your lungs with maximum effort, or the "peak flow" of your respiratory system. Regularly monitoring your peak flow can help you determine how...
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Pets & Asthma
One common cause of asthma attacks is protein in dander of warm-blooded animals, our favorite pets. For best control of asthma, don't allow these animals into your home. Cold-blooded pets could be...
View ArticleSingulair & Anxiety
Singulair, a drug used to treat asthma and allergies, may cause serious side effects including anxiety. Those taking Singulair should be aware of possible side effects.
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How to Prime Flovent MDI
Priming a Flovent Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) is crucial when using it for the first time to assure the correct dose. The MDI should also be primed if it has not been used for at least seven days, or...
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The Link Between Cat Dander & Asthma
The company of a cat is something that many find appealing but when exposure to a cat causes an asthma attack, the appeal quickly fades. One of the culprits in pet-related asthma is cat dander.
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A Good Dog for a Kid With Asthma
A child with asthma may not be allergic to dogs and, according to "Asthma in Australian Children" published by the Institute of Health and Welfare, dogs do not cause asthma to develop. Although there...
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Definition of Proventil MDI
A Proventil MDI, now called Proventil HFA MDI, is a release mechanism containing a prescription medication used to treat and prevent airway spasms or bronchospasms. The generic drug, albuterol sulfate,...
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Humidity & Asthma
Humidity itself may not play a significant role in asthma triggers. However, humidity is an enabler for other asthma triggers to thrive, such as dust mites and mold. Humidity's role in asthma would...
View ArticleHow to Exercise With Asthma
Asthma is a chronic disease that inflames and constricts the airways, and can cause trouble breathing for people who suffer from it. While there are different levels of severity, and both preventative...
View ArticleHow to Use Preventive Measures for Asthma
Asthma is a chronic lung ailment that includes symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, coughing and mucus production. The airways of people suffering from this disease may become inflamed due...
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How to Prepare Child With Asthma for the Start of School
Before a child with asthma starts back to school, the parent needs to take some steps to make sure that the child stays safe during the school day. The child needs to know where his inhaler is being...
View ArticleHow to Identify Asthma Symptoms
Asthma is a chronic disease that leaves the airways to your lungs inflamed or swollen. Smoke, pollen or dust may increase sensitivity. Muscles around the airway may tighten when coming in contact with...
View ArticleHow to Keep Asthma Under Control
Asthma is a chronic lung condition which affects your ability to breathe. During an asthma attack it is harder to exhale than it is to inhale. If you have asthma, your illness may be related to...
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How to Treat Breathing Problems
Breathing problems refer to anything that intrudes on the normal inhaling and exhaling patterns of respiration. A person with breathing problems experiences difficulty in supplying air that the body...
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How to Treat Asthma with Naturopathy
Few things are as terrifying as witnessing a full-blown asthma attack. Thankfully, with advances in medical treatments and inhalers, asthma sufferers are often able to stop an attack before it becomes...
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How to Reduce Your Risk of Asthma
Asthma affects hundreds of thousands of Americans each and every year and many do the very things you need to avoid to be asthma free. Reading this article will teach you how to reduce your risk of...
View ArticleHow to Understand the Link Between Asthma and GERD
It has been well documented that there is a link between Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and asthma. Although the combination has been established, it is still uncertain why it occurs....
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