Asthma Presentation
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3 million Canadians have asthma—that’s 10% of the population.
There is no cure for asthma, but it can be managed.
Over 500 Canadians die each year from asthma related incidents.
You can still lead a completely normal life with asthma.
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Chronic lung condition
Reversible reactive airway obstruction
Tightening of the muscles surrounding the bronchial passages in the lungs
Asthma is a variable condition
Can be developed at any age
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Persistent/recurrent cough
Dyspnea
(shortness of breath)
Wheezing
Chest tightness
Symptoms and severity can change over time
May not have all of the above symptoms
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“Bronchoconstriction”
•Occurs when exposed to a trigger
•Muscles surrounding bronchioles contract and produce excess mucus
•Airways become red, inflamed (swollen) and narrow
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Extrinsic (Allergic) Triggers:
Dust mites
Mould
Certain foods
Animal dander
Pollen
Intrinsic (Non-Allergic) Triggers:
Exercise
Infections (cold and flu)
Cold or humid air
Intense emotions (ex. Stress)
Medications (aspirin)
Hormones
Air pollution
Fragrances and chemicals
Occupational irritants
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Exercise can induce asthma symptoms in people who have no other asthma triggers.
Exercise is a trigger for 90% of people with asthma.
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Preventing exercise induced flare-ups:
If prescribed take medication 5-15 minutes before exercise
Warm up and cool down gradually for 10-20 minutes
If you have a flare-up, stop and take your medication, resume only when symptom-free
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Asthma can’t be cured
Managed using medications and trigger avoidance
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Known as rescue, reliever and quick relief medications
Reverses symptoms fast
Bronchodilator inhaled directly to the lungs
Begins working immediately, peaks at 5-10 minutes Used for sudden symptoms or to
prevent exercise induced flare ups.
Should be carried at ALL times by ANY person with asthma
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Prevents asthma symptoms from starting
Taken daily by people with persistent asthma
Brings down inflammation/treats constriction
Inhaled and oral corticosteroids – not the same as anabolic steroids
Leukotriene modifier —alternative to corticosteroids
Corticosteroid and long-actingBronchodilator (LABA)
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Used by some (usually moderate or severe) asthma patients to monitor ongoing lung function to detect changes
Also known as a “spacer” or valved holding chamber (VHC)
Delivery of medication over 100% more effective
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To a person with persistent asthma, asthma can be a LOT more than a blue inhaler!
If not dealt with effectively, asthma can impact many areas of a person’s life . . . Physical, emotional and social.
Some of the time, you can coexist fairly peacefully with asthma, but others it feels as if your body is working AGAINST you instead of with you!
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“Control” may be different for everybody
Except for exercise, avoid triggers as much as possible
Take/adjust medications as prescribed
Find a doctor who will help you get in control
Stay in contact with your doctor