Bronchial asthma is a chronic disease which causes inflammation in bronchial tubes due to sensitivity to certain irritants and causes

irritation and difficulty in breathing. It is a chronic disease and those who are induced with the problem of bronchial asthma needs to be under medical treatment for almost life time. While children are the worst victim of bronchial asthma, adults are not spared. In fact this disease can affect any person irrespective of his/her age, location, and social status. Although bronchial asthma treatment cannot cure the disease completely but it can keep the spell of this problem under control and allows its victims leading a comparatively normal life. Consistent medicinal intervention and life style control are two prime issues for bronchial asthma treatment. Basically two types of medicines are administered for bronchial asthma treatment. One is Quick Relief Medicines, and second option is Long-term Control Medicines; the first one is called reliever as it relieves the acute complications and the second type is called preventers because intake of these medicines help to resist the recurrence of the disease in its intensified form. While the relievers provide instant relief, the preventers type of medicines attempt to improve the complete immunity system of the patients and help the bronchial asthma patients leading comparatively normal life style. Drugs, resembling two vital hormones in our body, are helpful for bronchial asthma treatment. These two hormones are hydrocortisone and adrenalin. Adrenaline is pumped into the bloodstream of the patient in the spell of emergency to have the reflex of body; adrenaline makes our pulse rate fast, creates a drive for hearts rapid action and prepares health system to encounter any sort of crisis. In bronchial asthma treatment the medicines which assist adrenaline for fighting crisis are called reliever. Hydrocortisone groups of medicines are administered for long-term relief from Bronchial asthma complications and long-term taking of these medicines help in reducing the intensity of the pain and sufferings of the asthma victim. Hydrocortisone group of medicines are steroid type and therefore works most efficiently against the spell of complications and suffocation of the patients. Another reliever medicine in bronchial asthma treatment is bronchodilator and it works as instant relief medicine of the patients in the midst of acute breathing crisis. These bronchodilator medicines are used at initial stage of treatment and for preliminary stage. In case of severe asthma attack, doctors prescribe steroid type of medicines for relief and well-being of the patient.

Bronchial Asthma Triggers

Bronchial asthma triggers may include: Smoking and secondhand smoke Infections such as colds, flu, or pneumonia Allergens such as food, pollen, mold, dust mites, and pet dander Exercise Air pollution and toxins Weather, especially extreme changes in temperature Drugs (such as aspirin, NSAID, and beta-blockers) Food additives (such as MSG) Emotional stress and anxiety Singing, laughing, or crying Perfumes and fragrances

 Acid reflux

Signs and Symptoms of Bronchial Asthma

With bronchial asthma, you may have one or more of the following signs and symptoms: Shortness of breath Tightness of chest Wheezing Excessive coughing or a cough that keeps you awake at night

Diagnosing Bronchial Asthma

Because asthma symptoms don't always happen during your doctor's appointment, it's important for you to describe your, or your child's, asthma signs and symptoms to your health care provider. You might also notice when the symptoms occur such as during exercise, with a cold, or after smelling smoke. Asthma tests may include: Spirometry: A lung function test to measure breathing capacity and how well you breathe. You will breathe into a device called a spirometer. Peak Expiratory Flow (PEF): Using a device called a peak flow meter, you forcefully exhale into the tube to measure the force of air you can expend out of your lungs. Peak flow monitoring can allow you to monitor how well your asthma is doing at home. Chest X-ray: Your doctor may do a chest X-ray to rule out any other diseases that may be causing similar symptoms.

How to Fight Asthma Without Medication

Asthma is a condition that restricts airways and makes it difficult to breath. Allergies, stress, anxiety and exercise contribute to asthma attacks. Asthma medications can be expensive and have unwanted side effects. Fighting asthma naturally is a little more complicated, but the benefits are worth the time and effort. Instructions 1 Discover what allergies the person with asthma has. Avoid the allergens to prevent asthma attacks. 2 Eat foods that relieve asthma symptoms. Salmon, tuna and mackerel are rich with Omega 3 fatty acids, which reduce the production of inflammatory compounds, improve pulmonary function, and prevent constriction caused by exercise. The magnesium found in spinach, almonds, cashews, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, beans and tofu helps reduce the occurrence of asthma attacks. Fruits and vegetables high in vitamin C and B reduce stress and inflammation. Prostaglandins found in onions relax bronchial muscles and open airways. Chick peas are a source of vitamin B6 which reduces wheezing. 3 Drink chlorine-free distilled or purified water. Studies have found that chlorine irritates

receptors in the throat and lungs. 4 Practice breathing exercises daily. Slowing breathe and inhale through the nose to slow and sometimes stop an asthma attack. Relax and breathe in through the nose and out through the mouth to strengthen the respiratory muscles. 5 Use essential oils. Marjoram, rose and frankincense help lungs expand and encourage deep breathing. Chamomile, germium, lavender, rose and marjoram reduce respiratory spasms and help relax bronchial muscles. Test the oils for allergens. The oils can be dropped in a warm bath, used in a humidifier or used on the soles of the feet. Lavender and eucalyptus are best used during an asthma attack because they relax and open airways.