Chronic diseases of the lower respiratory tract (19 contents)
Bronchial asthma, part 1: causes, symptoms
The first part of this article on bronchial asthma explains in an accessible format the causes of asthma, its most common symptoms and how to assess respiratory function.
Asthma in pregnancy - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease, usually of allergic origin, manifested by shortness of breath, coughing and wheezing, occurring as a result of disorders of the respiratory system due to...
Allergies in pregnancy - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
A reaction of the body to factors known as allergens (certain foods, grass pollens, house dust mites and others) manifested by rhinitis, hives and, in the most severe cases, asthma or anaphylactic...
Allergies in pregnancy - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
A reaction of the body to factors known as allergens (certain foods, grass pollens, house dust mites and others) manifested by rhinitis, hives and, in the most severe cases, asthma or anaphylactic...
Allergies in pregnancy - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
A reaction of the body to factors known as allergens (certain foods, grass pollens, house dust mites and others) manifested by rhinitis, hives and, in the most severe cases, asthma or anaphylactic...
Bronchial asthma - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Severe exacerbations, which are sometimes life-threatening conditions, can occur in the course of asthma in children. Exacerbations can occur unexpectedly and develop very rapidly.
Bronchial asthma - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Severe exacerbations, which are sometimes life-threatening conditions, can occur in the course of asthma in children. Exacerbations can occur unexpectedly and develop very rapidly.
Bronchial asthma - the best climate for your child
Environmental factors have a major impact on the respiratory status of a child with bronchial asthma. This is evidenced, for example, by the seasonality of the occurrence of asthma exacerbations and...
Bronchial asthma - correct inhalation technique
The correct technique for inhaling the drug is an essential prerequisite for the successful treatment of chronic bronchial asthma in children.
Bronchial asthma - which inhaler to choose?
The cornerstone of bronchial asthma treatment is the chronic administration of medications to control the course of the disease. Glucocorticosteroid (ICS) preparations are most commonly used as...
Bronchial asthma - eligibility for physical education classes
Physical exertion can be a trigger for coughing and breathlessness attacks in a child with bronchial asthma. The issue of qualifying a child with asthma for physical education classes is therefore...
Bronchial asthma - pets in a child with asthma
A diagnosis of bronchial asthma in a child usually entails a recommendation to remove all furry animals from the home that may allergise the child and cause exacerbations of the disease.
