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Is There an Asthma Cure?Asthma is more than a reaction brought about by running too fast. Asthma is a disease that causes the airways to spasm, or constrict due to a reaction to irritants. If you're allergic to pollen, pet hair, smoke, or freshly cut grass and you have asthma, you are more likely to have an asthma attack. Asthma doesn't have to be a debilitating disease; you can live a full life if you get treatment. Many people with asthma want to know if there is a cure. Is there an asthma cure? Can you be rid of asthma attacks for good? Treatment Through Medication Unfortunately, there is no asthma cure. Fortunately, asthma can be treated with medication supplied by your doctor. There are two main types of asthma medication: anti-inflammatory, and bronchodilators. Anti-inflammatory asthma medication is a steroid that is delivered to the airway through an inhaler. The steroid (corticosteroid) acts as an airway strengthener, decreasing mucus production, and reducing the swelling caused by a reaction to irritants. Bronchodilators relax the lining of the bronchial tubes allowing more air to flow through. During an asthma attack, the airways swell and constrict which makes taking a breath much harder. While there is no asthma cure, you can control your asthma with medication to a point where you can live as if you don't have asthma at all. 
Treatment Through Lifestyle Changes If you have asthma that is triggered by environment irritants, you can treat your asthma by simply avoiding those irritants. This isn't an asthma cure, but it is a practical method of relief. Being allergic to pollen doesn't mean avoiding all plant life; it means staying inside during high pollen days, or taking an OTC allergy medicine. If you're allergic to pets, just don't hang around animals. If you're allergic to smoke, avoid coming in contact with a smoker, places that allow smoking, and BBQs. If your asthma is triggered by strenuous activity, you don't have to cut back on your fun; simply cut back on having too much fun. For example, instead of running a mile in 6 minutes, take your time and jog it in 15. If you have problems climbing the stairs, take the elevator. If you have problems vacuuming the floor or doing normal chores, find someone who can help you. Not Asthma Cures, Asthma Control Because there is no cure for asthma, many people see asthma as a death sentence. Asthma doesn't have to be the end of life; it just signals a need to change your lifestyle. Controlling asthma is as easy as learning what your triggers are and dealing with them. |
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