Asthma Presentation 2
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3 million Canadians have asthma—that’s 10% of the population.
There is no cure for asthma, but it can be managed.
Over 500 Canadians die each year from usually preventable asthma related incidents.
You can still lead a completely normal life with asthma, with some adjustments
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Chronic lung condition
Reversible reactive airway obstruction
Tightening of the muscles surrounding the bronchial passages in the lungs
Asthma is a variable condition
Can be developed at any age
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Persistent/recurrent cough
Dyspnea
(shortness of breath)
Wheezing
Chest tightness
Symptoms and severity of symptoms can change over time
May not have all of the above symptoms
air trapping
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Bronchoconstriction/ bronchospasm
•Occurs when exposed to a trigger
•Muscles surrounding bronchioles contract and produce excess mucus
•Airways become red, inflamed (swollen) and narrow
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Asthma can’t be cured (yet!! )
Managed using medications and trigger avoidance (except for exercise!)
(This is most of the medication I’ve
taken in the past 6-7 months!)
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Known as rescue, reliever and quick relief medications
Reverses symptoms fast
“Bronchodilator”
inhaled directly to the lungs
Begins working immediately, peaks at 5-10 minutes Used for sudden symptoms or to
prevent exercise induced flare-ups.
Should be carried at ALL times by ANY person with asthma
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Prevents asthma symptoms from starting
Taken daily by people with persistent asthma
Brings down inflammation/treats constriction
oral corticosteroids (not the same as anabolic steroids)
Leukotriene modifier (LTRA)—alternative
or addition to corticosteroids
Corticosteroid and long-acting
bronchodilator (LABA)
Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS’s)
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Extrinsic (Allergic) Triggers:
Dust mites
Mould
Certain foods
Animal dander
Pollen
Intrinsic (Non-Allergic) Triggers:
Infections (cold and flu)
Cold or humid air
Intense emotions (ex. stress)
Medications (ex. aspirin)
Hormones
Air pollution
Fragrances and chemicals
Occupational irritants
Exercise
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Exercise can induce asthma symptoms in people who have no other asthma triggers.
Exercise is a trigger for 90% of people with asthma.
Exercise should not be avoided, but worked with!
Breathin’ Stephen!
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Preventing exercise induced flare-ups:
Don’t begin to exercise if you are already flaring!
If prescribed take medication 5-15 minutes before exercise
Warm up and cool down gradually for 10-20 minutes
If you have a flare-up, stop and take your medication, resume only when symptom-free
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Used by some (usually moderate or severe) asthma patients to monitor
ongoing lung function and detect changes
•How much air is expelled in 1 exhalation
•Poor perceivers
Also known as a “spacer” or valved holding chamber (VHC)
• MDI alone fires at over 100 km/h
•Delivers medication over 100% more effectively
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To a person with persistent asthma, asthma can be a lot more than a blue inhaler!
If not dealt with effectively, asthma can impact many areas of a person’s life . . . Physical, emotional and social.
Some of the time, you can coexist fairly peacefully with asthma, but others it feels as if your body is working AGAINST you instead of with you!
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“Control” may be different for everybody
Except for exercise, avoid triggers as much as possible
Take/adjust medications as prescribed
Find a doctor who will help you get in control
Stay in contact with your doctor