asthma
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Singulair (montelukast sodium)
Singulair — another in a new class of drugs called leukotriene inhibitors — was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the long-term treatment of chronic asthma. This once-a-day pill offers a new weapon in the fight against asthma symptoms. And unlike other drugs in this class, this one can be taken […]
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Allergy-induced asthma
How do allergies affect asthma and what do I do about them?
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The Asthma-Friendly Home
The airways of people with asthma are very sensitive. Substances in the home that are harmless to most people can cause serious breathing problems for a person with asthma.
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Cigarette Smoke
Did you know that cigarette smoke contains approximately 4000 harmful chemicals? Smoking has been proven to be extremely dangerous for anyone, but for those who have asthma, the combination can be deadly.
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Exercise-Induced Asthma
It is perfectly normal to breathe heavily when you run or perform some other form of vigorous exercise. However, if you begin to have trouble catching your breath, feel chest tightness, or begin to wheeze or cough when you exercise, you may be suffering from exercise-induced asthma.
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Occupational Asthma
Occupational asthma is a form of asthma that occurs when you are exposed to vapors, gases, particulate matter, or fumes that exist in the workplace.