how to control or manage the ashmatic patient?

Question: My eldest son is now 22yr old. since his birth, he is ashmatic due to premature delivery. I would like to know what are possible solutions to control his ashma? When his ashma attack, most time is after every meals, he encounter hard to breath.

Answer: Hi, Seeing someone you love have an asthma attack can be very scary. Do you know what triggers your son's attacks? Is he currently taking medications for his asthma? Is he under the care of a physician? Here are some resources for you. They address the causes of asthma, warning signs, how to control asthma, and medications available. American Lung Association: http://www.lungusa.org/site/pp.asp?c=dvLUK9O0E&b=33276 Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America: http://www.aafa.org/index.cfm (toll free #: 1.800.7.ASTHMA (1.800.727.8462) KidsHealth for Kids, Asthma: http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/allergy/asthma.html The American Lung Association website includes information about Research Studies. You may be able to find a Support Group in your area http://www.aafa.org/esg_search.cfm#type. One of these organizations might be able to refer you to doctor in your area.

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