Asthma is a chronic condition caused by inflammation and narrowing of your airways. It’s also a condition you must learn to live with. If you or someone you know has asthma, you need the expertise of an allergist. So, why visit an allergist for asthma? It’s because an asthma attack is often precipitated by exposure to an allergic substance, known as an allergen. An allergist can help you manage both allergies and asthma, so you can breathe easier.
Asthma is diagnosed using lung function testing to determine the severity of your asthma. In addition to asthma testing, your allergist may also recommend allergy testing, to find out what you are allergic to, so you can avoid the substance if possible. After a diagnosis of asthma, and after determining what allergens can trigger your asthma, your allergist may prescribe:
To manage asthma, environmental modifications are critical to avoid triggering an asthma attack. The environment begins with your home. Common allergy and asthma triggers in the home include mold, mildew, dust, dust mites, and pet dander. To reduce asthma triggers in your home, you should:
Many people experience increased asthma attacks in the spring and summer, often due to exposure to plant and flower pollens, grasses, and weeds. If you notice breathing difficulties during the spring and summer months, keeping doors and windows closed during these months may help. Your allergist can also prescribe medications like antihistamines to reduce symptoms.
To discover more about how to manage asthma so you can breathe easier, call your allergist today.
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