Asthma Management

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Asthma is diagnosed through a combination of a patient’s medical history, physical examination, and breathing tests. Lung function tests, like spirometry, measure how much air you can breathe in and out, and how quickly you can exhale.  Additional tests such as allergy testing, chest X-rays, or FeNO (fractional exhaled nitric oxide) measurements are used to confirm inflammation in the airways and rule out other conditions.

 Living with asthma means learning how to manage symptoms and avoid triggers. Common triggers include allergens (such as pollen, dust mites, and pet dander), respiratory infections, smoke, stress, and weather changes. With proper management, most people with asthma can exercise, work, and live active lives. Recognizing early warning signs of an asthma flare—like mild coughing or shortness of breath—can help prevent severe attacks.

 Inhalers 

Treatment for asthma usually includes inhalers, which are the mainstay of therapy. Rescue inhalers (short-acting bronchodilators) provide quick relief during sudden symptoms, while controller inhalers (often containing inhaled corticosteroids) help reduce inflammation and prevent flare-ups when used daily. 

Biologics 

For people with severe or difficult-to-control asthma, biologic therapies may be recommended. These medicines target specific pathways in the immune system that cause airway inflammation and can significantly reduce symptoms and hospital visits. These include Xolair, Nucala, Dupixent, Fasenra and Tezspire