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lungs, spirometry, asthma, normal versus asthmatic bronchiole, peak flow meter, asthmatic bronchiole, normal bronchiole, common asthma triggers, exercise-induced asthma, respiratory system, spacer use, metered dose inhaler use, nebulizer use, peak flow meter use, bronchial asthma, exercise induced asthma, bronchial, asthma, inflammatory disorder, the airways, characterized by periodic attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, coughing, asthma, inflammation, the airways causes, airflow into, the lungs to be restricted, an asthma attack occurs, muscles, the bronchial tree, become tight, lining, the air passages swells, reducing airflow, producing the characteristic wheezing sound, mucus production is increased, asthma have periodic wheezing attacks separated by symptom-free periods, asthmatics have chronic shortness of breath, episodes of increased shortness of breath, asthmatics, have cough, predominant symptom, asthma attacks, last minutes to days, become dangerous airflow becomes severely restricted, in sensitive individuals, asthma symptoms, triggered by inhaled allergens, allergy triggers, pet dander, dust mites, cockroach allergens, molds, pollens, asthma symptoms, triggered by respiratory infections, exercise, cold air, tobacco smoke, pollutants, stress, food, drug allergies, aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, nsaids, provoke asthma, patients, asthma is found in 3-5% of adults, 7-10% of children, half, the people, asthma develop it, age 10, most develop it, age 30, asthma symptoms, decrease over time, in children, asthma have an individual, family history of allergies, hay fever, allergic rhinitis, eczema, others have no history of allergies, evidence of allergic problems, wheezing, begins suddenly, episodic, worse at night, in early morning, aggravated by exposure to cold air, aggravated by exercise, aggravated by heartburn, reflux, resolves spontaneously, relieved by bronchodilators, drugs that open the airways, cough, sputum, phlegm, production, shortness of breath that is aggravated by exercise, breathing that, increased work, intercostal retractions, pulling, the skin between the ribs, breathing, emergency symptoms, extreme difficulty breathing, bluish color, lips, face, severe anxiety, due to shortness of breath, rapid pulse, sweating, decreased level of consciousness, severe drowsiness, confusion, an asthma attack, additional symptoms that associated, nasal flaring, chest pain, tightness, in the chest, abnormal breathing pattern, exhalation, breathing out, takes more than twice, inspiration, breathing in, breathing which temporarily stops, listen, chest, an episode, to listen, wheezing sounds, lung sounds, normal between asthma episodes, lung function tests, peak flow measurements, chest x-ray, allergy skin, blood tests, arterial blood gas, eosinophil count, a type of white blood cell, treatment is aimed at avoiding known allergens, respiratory irritants, controlling symptoms, airway inflammation, allergens, identified by noting which substances cause an allergic reaction, allergy testing, in identifying allergens in patients, persistent asthma, common allergens, pet dander, dust mites, cockroach allergens, molds, pollens, common respiratory irritants, tobacco smoke, pollution, fumes from burning wood, gas, two basic kinds of medication, the treatment of asthma, long-term control medications, used on a regular basis, prevent attacks, an attack, inhaled steroids, azmacort, vanceril, aerobid, flovent, prevent inflammation, leukotriene inhibitors, singulair, accolate, long-acting bronchodilators, foradil, serevent, help open airways, cromolyn sodium, intal, nedocromil sodium, aminophylline, theophylline, not used, combination, of anti-inflammatory, bronchodilator, using either separate inhalers, a single inhaler, advair diskus, anti-ige therapy, xolair, a new injection treatment used in patients, more severe asthma, quick relief, rescue, medications, relieve symptoms, an attack, short-acting bronchodilators, proventil, ventolin, xopenex, oral, intravenous corticosteroids, prednisone, methylprednisolone, stabilize severe episodes, mild asthma, infrequent attacks, use relief medication, persistent asthma should take control medications on a regular basis, prevent symptoms from occuring, a severe asthma attack, a medical evaluation, require hospitalization, oxygen, intravenous medications, a peak flow meter, a simple device to measure lung volume, used at home to help "see an attack coming", take the appropriate action, any symptoms appear, not monitoring asthma on a regular basis, an attack, take by surprise, peak flow measurements, medication is needed, action needs to be taken, peak flow values of 50-80% of an individual's personal best indicate a moderate asthma attack, values below 50% indicate a severe attack, stress, illness, helped by joining a support group, where members share common experiences, asthma, allergy, support group, no cure, asthma, though symptoms sometimes decrease over time, proper self management, medical treatment, asthma, lead normal lives, respiratory fatigue, pneumothorax, death, side effects, the medication used, child experience mild asthma symptoms, to discuss treatment options, moderate shortness of breath, shortness of breath, talking, peak flow 50-80% of personal best, symptoms worsen, not improve, an attack, more medication than recommended, in the prescription, severe shortness of breath, shortness of breath at rest, peak flow less than 50% of personal best, drowsiness, confusion develops, severe chest pain, asthma symptoms, substantially reduced by avoiding known allergens, respiratory irritants, someone, asthma is sensitive to dust mites, exposure, reduced by encasing mattresses, pillows in allergen-impermeable covers, removing carpets from bedrooms, by vacuuming regularly, exposure to dust mites, mold, reduced by lowering indoor humidity, a person is allergic to an animal that cannot be removed, home, animal, kept out, the patient's bedroom, filtering material, placed over the heating outlets to trap animal dander, exposure to cigarette smoke, air pollution, industrial dusts, irritating fumes should also be avoided, allergy desensitization helpful in reducing asthma symptoms, medication use, the size, the benefit compared, treatments is not known.