1. What Is Asthma? asthma is a chronic disease that affects your airways, which are the tubes that carry air in and out of your lungs. http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/dci/Diseases/Asthma/Asthma_WhatIs.html

DCI Home Lung Diseases Asthma : What Is ... What Is ... Causes Who Is At Risk Diagnosis ... Links What Is Asthma? Asthma (Az-muh) is a chronic disease that affects your airways. The airways are the tubes that carry air in and out of your lungs. If you have asthma, the inside walls of your airways are inflamed (swollen). The inflammation (IN-fla-MAY-shun) makes the airways very sensitive, and they tend to react strongly to things that you are allergic to or find irritating. When the airways react, they get narrower, and less air flows through to your lung tissue. This causes symptoms like wheezing (a whistling sound when you breathe), coughing, chest tightness, and trouble breathing, especially at night and in the early morning. Asthma cannot be cured, but most people with asthma can control it so that they have few and infrequent symptoms and can live active lives. When your asthma symptoms become worse than usual, it is called an asthma episode or attack. During an asthma attack, muscles around the airways tighten up, making the airways narrower so less air flows through. Inflammation increases, and the airways become more swollen and even narrower. Cells in the airways may also make more mucus than usual. This extra mucus also narrows the airways. These changes make it harder to breathe. So, if you have asthma, you should see your doctor regularly. You will need to learn what things cause your asthma symptoms and how to avoid them. Your doctor will also prescribe medicines to keep your asthma under control.

2. Asthma - Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia asthma is a chronic condition (generally associated with humans but also controversially being diagnosed in housepets such as cats 1) involving the http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asthma

Asthma From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation search For other uses, see Asthma (disambiguation) Asthma Classification and external resources ICD J ICD OMIM ... MeSH Asthma is a chronic condition involving the respiratory system in which the airways occasionally constrict, become inflamed , and are lined with excessive amounts of mucus , often in response to one or more triggers. These episodes may be triggered by such things as exposure to an environmental stimulant such as an allergen , environmental tobacco smoke, cold or warm air, perfume, pet dander, moist air, exercise or exertion, or emotional stress . In children, the most common triggers are viral illnesses such as those that cause the common cold This airway narrowing causes symptoms such as wheezing shortness of breath , chest tightness, and coughing . The airway constriction responds to bronchodilators . Between episodes, most patients feel well but can have mild symptoms and they may remain short of breath after exercise for longer periods of time than the unaffected individual. The symptoms of asthma, which can range from mild to life threatening, can usually be controlled with a combination of drugs and environmental changes.

3. MedlinePlus: Asthma asthma is a chronic disease that affects your airways. Your airways are tubes that carry air in and out of your lungs. If you have asthma, the inside walls http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/asthma.html

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4. WebMD Asthma Health Center - Find Asthma Information And The Latest Asthma Healt asthma affects an estimated 17 million people in the US alone. Find indepth asthma information, including treatments, triggers, and prevention. http://www.webmd.com/asthma/

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5. Asthma - Learn What Is Asthma, Asthma Symptoms, Triggers & Treatment Come learn what you need to know about asthma and how to manage it. Get info on asthma symptoms, asthma triggers, asthma medicines and care plans, http://asthma.about.com/

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6. Asthma - Asthma Treatment - Asthma Attacks | Asthma.com have any questions about asthma or the material presented in this Web site, asthma Control Test is a trademark of QualityMetric Incorporated. http://www.asthma.com/

The Basics of Asthma More About Asthma Treatment Options Living with Asthma ... Helping a Loved One QUICK LINKS Asthma Quizzes Real People Stories Asthma Management Tools Online Resources ... Dr. Crim home about us sitemap search Here you'll find: An introduction to The Basics of Asthma More About Asthma , and how to talk to your healthcare professional about it Treatment Options for Asthma to discuss with your healthcare professional A section on Living with Asthma , which helps you make lifestyle choices and changes Helping a Loved One , designed for caregivers But remember, no medical reference replaces the advice of your healthcare professional. If you ever have any questions about asthma or the material presented in this Web site, talk to your healthcare professional ASTHMA CONTROL TEST ASK DR. CRIM REAL PEOPLE STORIES Take the Asthma see if your asthma is controlled as well as it could be. It only takes a moment. Good News... The Doctor Is In! Dr. Crim responds to frequently asked questions about asthma in this section. Profiles of People with Asthma In this section, hear stories

7. Asthma | CDC APRHB CDC’s National asthma Control Program supports the goals and objectives of Healthy People 2010 for asthma to reduce the number of deaths, hospitalizations, http://www.cdc.gov/asthma/

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8. Asthma More than 6 million kids and teens have asthma, a lung condition that causes a person to have difficulty breathing. http://www.kidshealth.org/teen/diseases_conditions/allergies_immune/asthma.html

var fo = new FlashObject("/updates/T_squarebanner.swf", "tl1", "153", "126", "5", ""); fo.addParam("QUALITY", "High"); fo.write("teen_left_flash_1"); KidsHealth Teens But some people have a problem with something that you'd think would come naturally to everyone: breathing. When a person has asthma, it can make breathing very difficult. And when it's hard to breathe, it can affect a person's game, that trumpet solo, and even the all-important geometry test. What Is Asthma? Asthma (pronounced: az -muh) is a lung condition that causes a person to have difficulty breathing. Asthma is a common condition: More than 6 million kids and teens have it. Asthma affects a person's bronchial (pronounced: brahn -kee-ul) tubes , also known as airways. When a person breathes normally, air is taken in through the nose or mouth and then goes into the trachea (windpipe), passing through the bronchial tubes, into the lungs, and finally back out again. But people with asthma have airways that are inflamed. This means that they swell and produce lots of thick mucus. They are also overly sensitive, or hyperreactive , to certain things, like exercise, dust, or cigarette smoke. This hyperreactivity causes the smooth muscle that surrounds the airways to tighten up. The combination of airway inflammation and muscle tightening narrows the airways and makes it difficult for air to move through.

9. Asthma Causes, Types, Symptoms, Treatment, Medication, Facts, And The Link To Al Read about asthma signs and symptoms, statistics, medication, inhalers, and management, and triggers (or what causes an attack). Get the facts about asthma http://www.medicinenet.com/asthma/article.htm

About Us Site Map May 28, 2008 home asthma center asthma a-z list asthma index > asthma article Font Size A A A Asthma Index ... Glossary Asthma Medical Author: Alan Szeftel, MD, FCCP Medical Editor: William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR Myths, facts, and statistics about asthma What is asthma? From the past to the present ... Which triggers cause an asthma attack? Allergens Irritants The many faces of asthma - "Expected" Types: allergic (extrinsic) and nonallergic (intrinsic) asthma Typical symptoms and signs of asthma Acute asthma attack ... Asthma At A Glance Related Asthma articles: Asthma symptoms - on WebMD Asthma - on eMedicineHealth What do each of these individuals have in common: First, an 18-year-old suddenly develops wheezing and shortness of breath when visiting his grandmother who happens to have a cat. Second, a 30-year-old woman has colds that "always go into her chest," causing coughing and difficulty breathing. Lastly, a 60-year-old man develops shortness of breath with only slight exertion even though he has never smoked . The answer is that they all have asthma. These are some of the many faces of asthma. Most researchers believe that the different patterns of asthma are all related to one condition. But some researchers feel that separate forms of lung conditions exist. There is currently no cure for asthma and no single exact cause has been identified. Therefore, understanding the changes that occur in asthma, how it makes you feel, and how it can behave over time is vital. This knowledge can empower persons with asthma to take an active role in your own health.

10. Asthma | Indoor Air Quality | Air | US EPA asthma is a serious, sometimes lifethreatening respiratory disease that affects the quality of life for millions of Americans. Although there is no cure http://www.epa.gov/asthma/

@import 'http://www.epa.gov/epafiles/s/epa.css'; Jump to main content. Asthma Recent Additions Contact Us Search: All EPA This Area You are here: EPA Home Air Indoor Air Quality Asthma Follow the links below for messages designed for you. Parents and Caregivers Find out what you can do to eliminate asthma triggers in your home (go to www.noattacks.org En Español Healthcare Professionals Learn about asthma studies and how you can help patients manage environmental asthma triggers. Partners Learn how to partner with us and receive materials at no-cost Media View public service announcements (PSAs, video news releases (VNRs) and other media materials about asthma and learn more about our National Public Awareness and Media Campaign. El medio ambiente y su salud: Asma Native American Asthma Radio Campaign Native American Children Ask for Your Help to Fight Asthma Attacks Please order and promote this asthma radio campaign for your area. Go to www.epapsa.com to listen to and order this radio campaign. Asthma is a serious, sometimes life-threatening respiratory disease that affects the quality of life for millions of Americans. Although there is no cure for asthma yet, asthma can be controlled through medical treatment and management of environmental triggers. EPA is committed to educating all Americans about asthma so that everyone knows what asthma is, how the environment can affect asthma patients and how to manage environmental asthma triggers. Learn more about factors found in the indoor and outdoor environment that can cause, trigger, or exacerbate asthma symptoms and what you can do to reduce their impact. You might be surprised by the list of common

11. Asthma - American Lung Association Site asthma can be a lifethreatening disease if not properly managed. In this section, you will find in-depth information including asthma and older people, http://www.lungusa.org/site/pp.asp?c=dvLUK9O0E&b=33276

12. Asthma - MayoClinic.com asthma — Comprehensive overview covers treatment, symptoms of this condition that causes difficulty breathing. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/asthma/DS00021

Medical Services Health Information Appointments Education and Research ... About Asthma ARTICLE SECTIONS Introduction Signs and symptoms Causes Risk factors ... Coping skills Introduction Asthma occurs when the main air passages of your lungs, the bronchial tubes, become inflamed. The muscles of the bronchial walls tighten, and cells in the lungs produce extra mucus further narrowing your airways. This can cause minor wheezing to severe difficulty in breathing. In some cases, your breathing may be so labored that an asthma attack becomes life-threatening. Asthma is a chronic but treatable condition. You can manage your condition much like someone manages diabetes or heart disease. You and your doctor can work together to control asthma, reduce the severity and frequency of attacks and help maintain a normal, active life. NEXT: Signs and symptoms ARTICLE TOOLS Print this section All sections E-mail this Larger type Reprints and permissions By Mayo Clinic Staff Jun 1, 2006 About this site Site help Contact us e-Newsletter ... Reprints and permissions updated Feb 8, 2008 Terms and conditions of use updated Sep 20, 2007

13. Asthma And Allergy Foundation Of America - Information About Asthma, Allergies, Get FREE information and resources from the leading national nonprofit organization for people with allergies and asthma. http://www.aafa.org/

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14. Asthma - Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Information On EMedicneHealth.com Consumer health resource center providing an overview of asthma and its causes, symptoms and treatment. http://www.emedicinehealth.com/asthma/article_em.htm

eTools Privacy Site Map May 28, 2008 HOME FIRST AID EMERGENCIES TOPICS A - Z ... topics a-z list > asthma article Healthcare Professionals Font Size A A A Glossary ... Next Page Asthma Asthma Overview Asthma Causes Asthma Symptoms When to Seek Medical Care ... Authors and Editors Related Asthma articles: Asthma symptoms - on WebMD Asthma - on MedicineNet Asthma Overview Asthma is a disease that affects the breathing passages of the lungs (bronchioles). Asthma is caused by chronic (ongoing, long-term) inflammation of these passages. This makes the breathing passages, or airways, of the person with asthma highly sensitive to various "triggers." When the inflammation is "triggered" by any number of external and internal factors, the passages swell and fill with mucus Muscles within the breathing passages contract (bronchospasm), causing even further narrowing of the airways. This narrowing makes it difficult for air to be breathed out (exhaled) from the lungs. This resistance to exhaling leads to the typical symptoms of an asthma attack. Because asthma causes resistance, or

15. Asthma Tutorial Multimedia Tutorial about asthma written for parents and children. http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/internet/pediatrics/patients/Tutorials/asth

University of Virginia Health System Skip Navigation Health System Calendars ... UVa HS Web People Pediatrics Clinical Facilities For Healthcare Professionals Residency Program ... Pediatric Intranet (for faculty and staff) Search this Site Keywords or Phrases View the Site Index Adolescent Medicine Allergy/Asthma/Immunology Blood Disorders Burns Cancer Common Injuries/Poison Tips Craniofacial Anomalies Dermatology Diabetes/Endo/Metabolism Eye Care Genitourinary/Kidney High-Risk Newborn High-Risk Pregnancy Infectious Diseases Medical Genetics Mental Health Nervous System Disorders Normal Newborns Oral Health Orthopaedics Pediatric Surgery Respiratory Disorders Terminal Illness in Children Transplantation Asthma is a disease of the respiratory system. Your respiratory system is made up of your nose and mouth, your windpipe (also called your trachea, pronounced tray-key-uh) , your lungs, and a bunch of air tubes (or airways) that connect your nose and mouth with your lungs (these tubes are called bronchi and bronchioles, prounounced bron-kye and bron-key-oles) People who have asthma sometimes have trouble breathing. When people who have asthma have this trouble breathing, we call it an asthma attack. Lots of people have asthma attacks, even the two girls just below. Click on their pictures to hear what they feel like when they have an asthma attack.

16. AAAAI - American Academy Of Allergy Asthma And Immunology - Www.aaaai.org Professional organization, with membership details and patient information. http://www.aaaai.org/

Find An Allergist / Immunologist Pollen Counts Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology Annual Meeting ... Search User ID Password Remember me Need help logging in? Forgot your login? What's New - Topic of the Month On the road with allergies and asthma Fast Fact Sheets contain clear, concise information on a variety of allergic disorders in an easy-to-read format Members/Professionals 2008 AAAAI/ACAAI Certification/Maintenance of Certification ONLINE Board Review Course Health eHeadlines Wasp stings on the rise in Alaska Allergic to Lunchtime Taking the sting out of insect allergies Read More... Hot Topic Joint Statement on FDA Investigation of Singulair from the AAAAI and ACAAI Pertinent Issues, Practical Solutions Registration for the 2008 Practice Management Workshop, July 11-13 in Minneapolis is now open. Click here for a course brochure and other details. 2008 Annual Meeting Claim your CME credits for the 2008 Annual Meeting online beginning March 28. Visit www.annualmeeting.aaaai.org to access the CME claim system. View total monthly visits for the year.

17. Using EFT For Asthma Relief EFT s results for asthma are often astonishing. In most cases asthma, and other breathing problems, vanish within a few minutes of applying EFT. http://www.emofree.com/articles.aspx?id=6

18. EMedicine - Asthma : Article By Carlos A Camargo, Jr asthma is a common disorder that accounts for almost 2 million ED visits each year in the United States. On average, thi. http://www.emedicine.com/emerg/topic43.htm

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19. Patient Resources : Asthma ACOG Releases New Recommendations on the Management of asthma During Weight Gain Adds to Difficulty in Controlling asthma Symptoms Presented at ACAAI http://www.docguide.com/news/content.nsf/PatientResAllCateg/Asthma

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20. Asthma: Learning To Control Your Symptoms -- Familydoctor.org Information about learning to control the symptoms of asthma from the American Academy of Family Physicians. http://familydoctor.org/x2692.xml

Advertisement Advanced Search familydoctor.org Home Conditions A-Z ... Asthma What Is Asthma? What is asthma? How do I control my asthma symptoms? How can I avoid allergens and irritants? How do I control my asthma symptoms? ... How can I tell if my asthma is getting worse? See Also: More Information Other Organizations Advertisement Asthma: Learning to Control Your Symptoms Printer-friendly version Email this page Make text bigger What is asthma? Asthma is a disease of the lungs. The airways of people with asthma are extra sensitive to the things they're allergic to (called allergens) and to other irritating things in the air (called irritants). Asthma symptoms start when allergens or other irritants cause the lining of the airways to swell (become inflamed) and narrow. The muscles around the airways can then spasm, (contract rapidly), causing the airways to narrow even more. When the lining of the airways is inflamed, it produces more mucus. The mucus clogs the airways and further blocks the flow of air. This is called an "asthma attack." Return to top How do I control my asthma symptoms?

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