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my mother 77 years old is a chronic asthmatic patient. Almost every month she gets asthma attacks in which she is coughing almost non stop.Every time she is given antibiotics.This time she again had the attack of coughthe doctor has given her antibiotic and defcort 24 for three days bd. I want to know is that the right way to keep her asthma attacks in control?She daily takes doulin nebulizer.and other puffs but still gets cough attacks .She has no vision due to Glucoma hence life is very difficult.Mere going for a bath makes her breathless.
Thu, 3 Jul 2014
Hello dear,
Asthma is caused due to broncho-constriction (obstruction of smaller airway passages) which is indicative of Hyper-responsiveness of air passages.
Management consists of:
1. Asthalin+ Seroflo inhaler- provide symptomatic relief by causing broncho-dilation (dilating the smaller airway passages, relieving the obstruction & increasing airflow to lungs)
So, it can be used whenever there is an acute attack.
2. Montelukast preparations- used as a maintenance therapy to relieve symptoms of asthma.
3. Antihistamines like Cetrizine & Anti tussive can also be used to provide symptomatic relief.
4. Need for anti biotics arise if there is a secondary infection. But this should be taken only under the guidance of your Physician.
5. Steam inhalation & deep breathing exercises.
6. Maintain adequate hydration & a healthy balance diet.
7. Protection from exposure to cold, dust or other allergens.
If symptoms still persist, kindly consult a Pulmonologist for complete clinical examination including Pulmonary Function Tests.
Wishing her a good health.
Take care.
Asthma is caused due to broncho-constriction (obstruction of smaller airway passages) which is indicative of Hyper-responsiveness of air passages.
Management consists of:
1. Asthalin+ Seroflo inhaler- provide symptomatic relief by causing broncho-dilation (dilating the smaller airway passages, relieving the obstruction & increasing airflow to lungs)
So, it can be used whenever there is an acute attack.
2. Montelukast preparations- used as a maintenance therapy to relieve symptoms of asthma.
3. Antihistamines like Cetrizine & Anti tussive can also be used to provide symptomatic relief.
4. Need for anti biotics arise if there is a secondary infection. But this should be taken only under the guidance of your Physician.
5. Steam inhalation & deep breathing exercises.
6. Maintain adequate hydration & a healthy balance diet.
7. Protection from exposure to cold, dust or other allergens.
If symptoms still persist, kindly consult a Pulmonologist for complete clinical examination including Pulmonary Function Tests.
Wishing her a good health.
Take care.
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