Bøger af Jordan Long

Asthma refers to a type of long-term inflammatory disease which affects the airways of the lungs. It occurs due to extra mucus blocking the airways causing them to swell and narrow down. It is identified by easily activated bronchospasms, recurrent and variable symptoms, as well as reversible airflow obstruction. This disease can affect both children and adults in various ways and with varied levels of severity. There are various signs and symptoms of asthma, including chest tightness, episodes of wheezing, shortness of breath and coughing. It can be caused by a variety of factors such as respiratory infections, allergies, and genetic and environmental factors like exposure to allergens and air pollution. Breathing tests, health history inquiries and physical examinations are used to diagnose it. There is no treatment for asthma, but it can be managed by biologic treatments, anti-inflammatory drugs, and bronchodilators. This book explores all the important clinical aspects of asthma in the present day scenario. It is appropriate for students as well as for experts seeking detailed information about this medical condition.

Asthma is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the airways of the lungs. In asthma, airway hyper-responsiveness leads to recurring episodes of breathlessness, chest tightness, wheezing and coughing. There is no precise way to diagnose asthma. It is usually suspected on review of symptoms, whether these occur or worsen with exercise, or on exposure to allergens, viral infections or air pollution. Spirometry can be used to support a diagnosis. By avoiding exposure to air pollution, tobacco smoke, perfume and other chemical irritants, and respiratory infections, asthmatic episodes can be managed. Medications for asthma include fast-acting or long-acting. They are generally prescribed depending on the frequency of the symptoms and the severity of the illness. Bronchodilators, mast cell stabilizer, inhalatory corticosteroids and leukotriene antagonists are recommended for the management of asthma. Different approaches, evaluations, methodologies and advanced studies on asthma have been included in this book. It brings forth some of the unexplored aspects of this condition. Students, researchers, experts and all associated with pulmonology will benefit alike from this book.