ASTHMA
HAVE YOU BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH ASTHMA?
According to guidelines, patients with asthma should have a check-up with their doctor at least once a year specifically focused on different things related to their asthma, including but not limited to:
• An Asthma Action Plan
• Office Spirometry
• Routine check on symptoms
• Most up-to-date recommended medications for treatment
• Collaboration with your doctor to prevent exacerbations of asthma
• Asthma is a disease of the lungs
• Asthma affects all ages, even kids
• Sometimes, asthma runs in families
SYMPTOMS INCLUDE:
• Wheezing
• Coughing
• Shortness of breath
• Chest tightness
MANY THINGS CAN CAUSE A FLARE OF ASTHMA SUCH AS:
• Infections
• Mold
• Smoke
• Chemicals
• Pets
• Pollution
• Pests
Having an Asthma Action Plan in place can help save lives and reduce the risk of hospital visits.
If you think you may have asthma, talk to your WVSOM Health provider today.