Managing Asthma through an Allergist

The Bismark Tribune has published an article on the benefits of managing asthma through an allergist.An estimated 22 million Americans have asthma, a chronic inflammation of the airway passages.  Some common symptoms are cough, shortness of breath and wheezing.  During severe asthma attacks, the airways contract and the patient cannot get enough air into the lungs.The article continues by explaining how an allergist diagnoses asthma and explains the role of allergy triggers, allergens that are catalysts for asthma attacks.

Allergists maintain asthma through a multi-faceted approach. This includes prevention, appropriate use of medications and other interventions to prevent symptoms.  The allergist is uniquely qualified to work with patients to ensure proper use of long-term controller medications, avoid over-reliance on quick-relief medications and prevent hospitalization, emergency room visits, days lost from work and other debilitating and expensive outcomes associated with poorly controlled asthma.

For more on asthma you can view my video on Allergic Asthma Visit nycallergydoctor.com for more information.Do you suffer with asthma? Contact an allergist who can help you identify your triggers.  Live in NYC, contact my office at 866-632-5537 for a consultation.