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Quick-Relief Asthma Medications
Quick relief asthma medications are also called rescue medications. They are designed to keep you alive by providing quick relief during an acute asthma attack (episode). They are called short-acting bronchodilators, because they quickly open up your airways, which makes it easier for you to breathe. Quick-relief asthma medications can be separated into [...]
Asthma Triggers – Do you know what yours are?
Asthma triggers cause airway inflammation or irritation and lead to asthma symptoms. Some of the most common triggers can include:
- Tobacco use or second-hand smoke [...]
Asthma Help – When You Need to Talk with Your Doctor
You should consult with your doctor and other trusted health care providers and caregivers when:
- You suffer from acute asthma symptoms for the first time.
- Your asthma symptoms fail to respond to your usual treatment [...]