Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, may have many similarities as far as symptoms are concerned, but they are very different conditions in terms of onset and reversibility.
What is COPD?
COPD is a term that refers to two respiratory diseases: emphysema and chronic bronchitis. As one of the leading causes of death in the…
Archive for February, 2011
What is the difference between COPD and asthma?
Thursday, February 17th, 2011
Most Americans Recognize Allergies Are Serious But Don’t Know Who Should Treat Condition
Thursday, February 17th, 2011
While nearly four in five people know allergies are serious, only one in five realize that allergists are the doctors who specialize in treating the condition, according to a recent survey commissioned by the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI).
More than a third (38 percent) of respondents recognize allergies are a serious disease…
High fat meals worsen asthma
Thursday, February 10th, 2011
Eating meals high in fat may worsen the symptoms of asthma, according to a study conducted by researchers from the University of Newcastle and presented at the international conference of the American Thoracic Society.
“If these results can be confirmed by further research, this suggests that strategies aimed at reducing dietary fat intake may be useful…
Cigarette Smoke Allergy
Thursday, February 10th, 2011
Cigarette smoke allergy is caused by the numerous toxic chemicals and irritants found in cigarette smoke. Not only are people with a cigarette smoke allergy extra sensitive to cigarette smoke than others, but recent studies also show that smoking may actually aggravate allergies. Common cigarette smoke allergy symptoms may include: burning or watery eyes, nasal…
Can Your Home Trigger Asthma?
Thursday, February 10th, 2011
Scientists have found that chemicals called endotoxins can inflame airways and trigger asthma. Endotoxins are shed by bacteria in household dust. Experts say better home hygiene, washing bed linens in hot water at least once a week, and using allergen-prevention pillow cases and mattress covers can reduce the risk of asthma attacks.
Researchers say asthma and…
Allergies and Asthma linked to antibacterial products
Thursday, February 10th, 2011
Antibacterial products containing Triclosan are found to put your health at risk and compromise the immune system’s ability to defend itself. People who are most exposed to Triclosan are more prone to increased allergies, asthma and overall weakened immune defenses, cites a new study from the School of Public Health at the University of Michigan.
Triclosan…
Exercising With Asthma
Thursday, February 10th, 2011
Exercise benefits everyone, and it’s no different for people with asthma. Though you may be afraid to exercise for fear of an asthma attack, you can — and should — be physically active. You just need to take a few precautions and understand how to use exercise to improve your asthma, not make it worse.
A…
Remedies for Allergies and Useful Tips to stay free of allergies
Thursday, February 10th, 2011
With every breath we take, we breathe millions of microscopic particles such as dust, pollen, plant spores, viruses, bacteria and even pollutants in the form of chemicals in the air or by substances that come into contact with skin and mucous membranes.
Many of these particles are filtered and removed from the nose and respiratory system,…
Controlling winter asthma in children
Tuesday, February 1st, 2011
The change of seasons can be a challenge for children with Asthma; this is especially true during the winter months. New irritants, called asthma triggers, that are not around during the warmer months of the year threaten even the most well-controlled asthmatic with an asthma exacerbation.
Cold and flu viruses are more prominent during the winter…
How to take care of a cat you’re allergic to
Tuesday, February 1st, 2011
A lot of cat lovers find it difficult to have feline companions because of allergy related issues, but all is not lost. You can still have feline companions, even if you are allergic to them; you just have to make sure to take special precautions in how you go about your daily life. The actually…
