The following questionnaire helps us determine if an asthma sufferer is in control of his or her disease. The questions, to be answered with a “Yes†or “No†are:
Have you visited your doctor one or more times in the past six months because of your asthma?
Yes
No
Have you visited a hospital emergency room one or more […]
The following questionnaire was developed by the American College Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology for further assessment of asthma sufferers:
Activities
When I walk or do simple chores, I have trouble breathing or I cough.
Yes
No
When I perform heavier work, such as walking up hills and stairs or doing chores that involve lifting, I have trouble breathing or I […]
The following self-assessment questionnaire helps determine the presence of symptoms that commonly raise suspicious of allergies. A significant number of “Yes†answers the following questions would indicate further testing and/or consultation with a doctor.
Do any blood relatives suffer from allergy syndromes (hay fever, asthma, skin rashes, and severe reactions to drugs or insect stings), food […]
In the bedroom
Follow steps to decrease dust exposure. Ideally, carpeting should be removed and mattresses encased in impermeable zippered covers. Foam rubber pillows and mattresses are particularly likely to become moldy.
Window condensation can lead to moisture and mold growth on the window frame. Books, leather products stuffed toys, wood paneling and wall paper paste also […]
Dust and animal dander from cats, dogs, other small mammal pets, and horses are common airborne allergens. Dust mites and cockroaches are very important causes of allergic asthma. If the family must have pets, limit the number of pets, keep them out side as much as possible.
Do not allow pets to sleep in your […]
Bronchial asthma attacks vary in frequency and severity. Some people who have asthma are symptom-free most of the time, with only an occasional, brief, mild episode of shortness of breath.
Other people cough and wheeze most of the time and have severe attacks after viral infections, exercise, or exposure to allergens or irritants, including cigarette smoke.
Crying […]