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I presented with Asthma symptoms as a young child but was not diagnosed until I was a teenager. Asthma is a chronic lung disease but it's symptoms can be controlled with proper Asthma Education and proper use and understanding of medications. I have had numerous visitis to Emergency but never been hospitalized. Presently I take Advair and Singulair to control the inflammation and Berotec for as my 'rescue inhaler'. |
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What are the symptoms of Asthma?
Asthma is characterized by re-current attacks of breathlessness, generally accompanied by wheezing, chest tightness and/or coughing. Asthma symptoms vary from person to person. They can range from mild to severe and are often worse at night and in the early morning.
(excerpt from www.asthmaincanada.com)
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What is Asthma?
Asthma is a chronic lung disease that makes the airways in your lungs inflamed. This means your airways are swollen and sensitive. The swelling is there all of the time, even when you feel just fine.
(excerpt from www.asthmaincanada.com) |
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Home |
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According to World Health Organization, asthma is now a serious public health problem with over 100 million sufferers worldwide.
(National Institute of Health. Global Initiative for Asthma. HNLBI/WHO Report. January 1995) |
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Asthma in Canada |
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Lung Association |
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