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Working With Your Doctor and Natural Remedies to Control Asthma Symptoms
Asthma plagues more than 20 million people in America with one in ten kids being affected by this disease. These startling statistics make asthma the most common childhood disease on record.
When an asthma attack occurs, the bronchioles in the lungs tighten up and are lined with large amounts of mucus. The airflow is then restricted and breathing becomes very difficult.
There are many things that can trigger an asthma attack. Cigarette smoke, stress, allergic reactions, humidity, change in temperature, household cleaners and similar toxins are all examples of what might be triggers.
An asthma attack can be incredibly scary and often requires hospitalization. Many times, asthma attacks are mild enough that they can be dealt with at home using prescription medication or herbal remedies.
If you think you or your child might be suffering from asthma, please make sure that you talk to your doctor. It is important to receive a proper diagnosis so that you can deal with it more effectively.
Your doctor will need to know about anything you think might be triggering attacks and do a medical history check for both you and your family. Asthma has been shown to run in families. A complete physical exam and tests to determine how your lungs are functioning should give your doctor the information he needs to complete a diagnosis.
You will need to work closely with your physician in order to manage your asthma symptoms effectively. It is important to be able to quickly tell when an asthma attack is starting, how to deal with an emergency and what triggers an asthma attack for you.
Prescriptions that a doctor might prescribe include: anti-inflammatories, an inhaler, allergy medications, bronchodilators or corticosteroids. These medications do carry a level of risk. Many have a laundry list of side effects and can further weaken your immune system. This can be dangerous because a weak immune system can increase the number of asthma attacks you have and increase the likelihood that you will react to allergens. Keep in mind that if your asthma is severe you might have to use certain prescriptions.
If you are looking to go the natural route you should talk with your naturopath or doctor first. Matricaria recutita and Astralagus can help to lessen or prevent asthma symptoms. Magnesium Phosphate and Nat. Sulphate are both useful to ease constriction and reduce phlegm in the throat and chest.
Don't hesitate to use natural remedies if you are looking to improve the health of your respiratory system and avoid asthma attacks over the long term, but please don't ignore the necessity of working with your personal physician to manage and control your asthma.
About the Author Dee Braun is the woman behind a non-profit project to make a difference in our world by providing a Natural Health & Healing community at http://HealingOurWorld.net/. HealingOurWorld offers holistic training scholarships, a compassionate & helpful community forum & quality info on health & wellness. United to make a difference - If not us, who?
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