ASTHMA information, common triggers and general tips

Asthma attacks are characterized by a periodic inflammation of the airways that conduct to the lungs.

Usually these attacks are manifested with shortness of breath, coughing and chest pain. When an asthma trigger gets inhaled the airways( known as Bronchioles) reacts by enlarging: this causes the normal air stream to the lungs to be restricted.

Usual asthma Symptoms
Coughing, Wheezing, Tight or chest pain, Shortness of breath

Common asthma Triggers
dust mites feces, pet dander, animals, mold spores ,cigar and cigarette smoke, smoke, Pollution


Tips to help you cope with asthma
- Use an hepa air purifier to reduce particulates and Regular use of preventers to keep asthma at bay