By Cena, Asthma Diseases : WHAT IS IT? Chronic disease with recurrent attacks ofbreathlessnessand a feeling of discomfort in the respiratory tract.It affects all ages but 50% of cases are children under 10 years.Less common in children but more common in adult women. CAUSES: Hypersensitivity reactions in the airways, resulting from spasm and increasing the amount and consistency of sputum or lung secretions are caused by:Allergens such as pollen, dust, skin of certain animals or certain foods.Lung infections such as bronchitis.Snuff and irritating odors.Exposure to chemicals. SYMPTOMS: The most characteristic symptoms are:Decreased respiratory capacity, shortening of the respiratory excursions and itching in the pulmonary tract.Cough with sputum, especially at night.Stiffness in the muscles of the neck and chest.Symptoms of an acute attack are:Bluish skin, shortness jadente, inability to speak, confusion and laxity. RISK FACTORS: Other allergic conditions such as eczema or hay fever. Family history of asthma or allergies. Exposure to air pollination.Snuff.Use of drugs or potentially allergic food substances (aspirin, fish, chicken) . PREVENTION: Avoid allergens and pollen factors. Do not leave medication even though it's a fine if prescribed.Avoid aspirin.Investigate and avoid triggers.DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT: Diagnosis: Diagnostic clinic, also blood tests, pulmonary function tests, including tests of provocation and bronchodilatation, allergy tests on the skin in the chest radiographs crisis.Treatment:Remove allergens and taking medication regularly. Psychological counseling to improve the overall picture.Remain embedded in the attacks.Do not leave home at the time of greatest pollution and pollination.Bronchodilators, cortisone intravenously in emergency cortisone sprays and antihistamines.Practice gentle exercise, the best swimming. POSSIBLE COMPLICATIONS: Acute respiratory failure. Pneumothorax Lung infections and chronic problems resulting from frequent respiratory attacks. PROGNOSIS Symptoms can be controlled with treatment. Half of the children are disappearing asthma as they grow. Without treatment, the occurrence of attacks can be fatal.Forum Human Health: Asthma
