Asthma

Asthma (from the Greek ἅσθμα, ásthma, "panting") is a common chronic inflammatory disease of the airways characterized by variable and recurring symptoms, reversible airflow obstruction and bronchospasm. Common symptoms include wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath.

Asthma is thought to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Its diagnosis is usually based on the pattern of symptoms, response to therapy over time and spirometry. It is clinically classified according to the frequency of symptoms, forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1), and peak expiratory flow rate. Asthma may also be classified as atopic (extrinsic) or non-atopic (intrinsic) where atopy refers to a predisposition toward developing type 1 hypersensitivity reactions.

Treatment of acute symptoms is usually with an inhaled short-acting beta-2 agonist (such as salbutamol) and oral corticosteroids. In very severe cases, intravenous corticosteroids, magnesium sulfate, and hospitalization may be required. Symptoms can be prevented by avoiding triggers, such as allergens and irritants, and by the use of inhaled corticosteroids.Long-acting beta agonists (LABA) or antileukotriene agents may be used in addition to inhaled corticosteroids if asthma symptoms remain uncontrolled. The occurrence of asthma has increased significantly since the 1970s. In 2011, 235–300 million people globally were diagnosed with asthma, and it caused 250,000 deaths.

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Thunderstorm asthma warning for NSW

This is Money 06 Nov 2018

... air could trigger asthma and respiratory conditions as the storms approach ... "Anyone with diagnosed asthma should carry their asthma medication with them at all times during this high-risk period," Dr Broome said....

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AstraZeneca sells older asthma, rhinitis drugs for $350 mln

This is Money 06 Nov 2018

LONDON, Nov 6 (Reuters) - AstraZeneca is selling three older drugs for asthma and rhinitis for at least $350 million as the company continues a strategy of ......

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Eating fish reduces childhood asthma

Independent online (SA) 06 Nov 2018

Eating fish like salmon, trout and sardines can significantly reduce asthma symptoms in children ... ....

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Asthma does not stop you from living, says Parupalli Kashyap

Mid Day 06 Nov 2018

Indian men's singles shuttler Parupalli Kashyap has urged people suffering from asthma to open up about their condition like actor Priyanka Chopra did ... "Hats off to @priyankachopra for opening up about asthma & encouraging more people to open up against the stigma surrounding the condition....

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Eating fish reduces childhood asthma: Study

Mid Day 06 Nov 2018

Eating fish like salmon, trout and sardines can significantly reduce asthma symptoms in children, a study led by Australian researchers have found ... "We already know that a diet high in fat, sugar and salt can influence the development and progression of asthma in children. Now we have evidence that it's also possible to manage asthma symptoms ......

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Care urged in thunderstorm asthma season

Public Technologies 06 Nov 2018

NSW Health's Director of Environmental Health, Dr Richard Broome, said late spring saw high levels of pollen in the air, which could trigger asthma and respiratory conditions, especially during thunderstorms ... 'Anyone with diagnosed asthma should carry their asthma medication with them at all times during this high-risk period. 'If you have asthma, make sure you have an asthma action plan and are proactively managing your symptoms....

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Regularly Eating Fatty Fish Could Ease Childhood Asthma

IFL Science 06 Nov 2018

Results from a small randomized control trial suggest that the inflammation of the airways associated with asthma may be reduced by eating a diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids ... At the endpoint, there were no statistically significant differences between the Mediterranean and control groups in regards to lung function – as measured by spirometry – or change from baseline scores on an asthma control and quality of life questionnaire....

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Diet Rich In Fatty Fish Could Reduce Asthma Symptoms In Children, Study Suggests

Huffington Post 06 Nov 2018

Parents looking for ways to reduce their child’s asthma symptoms should consider buying more fish such as salmon, trout and sardines, new research suggests. A clinical trial led by La Trobe University, Melbourne, found children with asthma who followed a healthy Mediterranean diet enriched with fatty fish had improved lung function after six months....

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Asthma, COPD patients urged to take extra caution by doctors

The Times of India 05 Nov 2018

Ahead of Diwali, doctors sounded an alert for people with asthma and COPD, saying that they needed to exercise extra caution ... During Diwali, there is a 30-40% rise in cases of wheezing, respiratory diseases, exacerbation of bronchial asthma, and bronchitis,” said Dr Lakshman Babu, pulmonologist, ......

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Eating fish reduces symptoms of childhood asthma: study

Xinhua 05 Nov 2018

5 (Xinhua) -- Eating fish such as salmon, trout and sardines can significantly reduce asthma symptoms in children, an international study led by researchers at Australia's La Trobe University showed ... "It is imperative that we identify new therapies that we can use alongside conventional asthma medications," Erbas said....

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Parents! Fishes Like Salmon, Trout Can Reduce Childhood Asthma

News18 05 Nov 2018

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Did You Know Fish Can Reduce The Symptoms Of Asthma In Children: Know How

NDTV 05 Nov 2018

We already know that a diet high in fat, sugar and salt can influence the development and progression of asthma in children. Now we have evidence that it's also possible to manage asthma symptoms... ....

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BioCryst to Present Abstracts at Annual Scientific Meeting of American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology

Nasdaq Globe Newswire 05 Nov 2018

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., Nov. 05, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq.BCRX) today announced that the company will present three abstracts at the upcoming Annual Scientific Meeting of the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) November 15-19 in Seattle .�� ... ....

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