Health Tip: When Asthma Doesn't Improve

(HealthDay News) -- If you've followed your asthma treatment plan without improvement, it's time to have a conversation with your doctor.

The American Academy of Family Physicians suggests asking:

  • If you could have another illness with similar symptoms. Your doctor may perform additional tests.
  • If there is something environmental that's triggering your symptoms, such as dust mites, animal dander, mold or exercise.
  • If your symptoms worsen at work, what might be responsible?
  • If you should try a different medication.

    • Date Published: 2/28/2024 4:38:34 AM

    Related Articles

    Search Allergy Articles

    Spring Allergies Have Wide-Ranging Effects

    FDA Warns Top National Bakery to Stop Listing Allergens in Products When They Aren't There

    Planes' Air Ventilation Can't Spread Nut Allergens to Passengers: Study

    Some Chocolate Products Labeled 'Dairy-Free' Contain Milk, FDA Finds

    Most Families Exclude Foods Linked to Allergies

    Scientists Develop Whole New Form of Effective Asthma Treatment

    COVID Does Not Spur Asthma in Kids, Study Finds

    Fast, Easy Nasal Swab Helps Diagnose Asthma Type in Kids

    Babies Who Got Only Breast Milk in Hospital Have Lower Asthma Rates

    Move to Electric Vehicles Could Prevent Millions of Child Asthma Attacks Each Year

    Bird Flu Virus Stays Active on Cow Milking Equipment for at Least One Hour

    Expert Advice on Preparing for the Fall COVID, Flu Season

    Neosporin Ointment in the Nose Might Be Potent Antibiotic

    Simple Paper-Strip Test Might Spot Flu, and Which Type You Have

    Many Americans Wary of Vaccines as Fall Flu, COVID Season Looms: Survey