Many common things (called asthma triggers)
can set off or worsen your asthma symptoms. Once you know what these things
are, you can take steps to control many of them. (For more information about
asthma triggers, go to "What
Are the Signs and Symptoms of Asthma?")
For example, exposure to pollens or air
pollution might make your asthma worse. If so, try to limit time outdoors when
the levels of these substances in the outdoor air are high. If animal fur
triggers your asthma symptoms, keep pets with fur out of your home or bedroom.
One possible asthma trigger you shouldn’t
avoid is physical activity. Physical activity is an important part of a healthy
lifestyle. Talk with your doctor about medicines that can help you stay active.
The NHLBI offers many useful tips for
controlling asthma triggers. For more information, go to page 2 of NHLBI's "Asthma Action Plan."
If your asthma symptoms are clearly related
to allergens, and you can't avoid exposure to those allergens, your doctor may
advise you to get allergy shots.
You may need to see a specialist if you're
thinking about getting allergy shots. These shots can lessen or prevent your
asthma symptoms, but they can't cure your asthma.
Several health conditions can make asthma
harder to manage. These conditions include runny nose, sinus infections, reflux
disease, psychological stress, and sleep apnea.
Your doctor will treat these conditions as well.
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