In this article, Jawahar Thomas explains the importance of being prepared in the event of an asthma attack.
Asthma is a disease that often causes coughing fits and shortness of breath, depending on the severity of the condition. To prevent these frustrating symptoms, or at least manage them, we generally recommend quick-relief preventers so that you can be reasonably active in your daily routines. We have medication for short-term relief as well as long-term preventers. If you think it is time to review your asthma action plan, get in touch with Jawahar Thomas.
Be Prepared for Triggers
In many cases, an event like the common cold or pollutants in the air can trigger a severe asthma attack that has the potential to aggravate typical asthma symptoms. Do you know what to do when this happens? If you have a good asthma treatment plan in place you and or your family, friends, colleagues and peers should be able to assist when urgent attention is required. In these situations, you can potentially avoid a trip to the hospital by following these guidelines.
Be Proactive About Your Health Needs
Ideally, you shouldn’t wait for an asthmatic episode and then react. You should be aware of your asthma triggers so that you can adjust your lifestyle accordingly. If physical exertion, for instance, is your asthma trigger, check in with a doctor like Jawahar Thomas for a health assessment.
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About author JAWAHAR THOMAS Jawahar Thomas is an innovator, inventor and community leader in Sydney who manages four medical organisations and has developed an innovative software system for professional education.