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Read on to know the best precautionary measures for asthma when leaving home.
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It is imperative to have a concrete asthma checklist when you leave home • During an asthma attack, there is inflammation in the airways and the bronchial tubes contract, making it difficult to breathe. • A few symptoms include wheezing, shortness of breath and tension in the chest. • It is important to have your inhaler and other medications handy. • Go on next slide to know how to have an accurate asthma checklist in place when you leave home.
Carry Your Inhaler • Never leave home without the inhaler medication prescribed by your doctor as you never know if there is any new trigger, apart from the existing ones that may induce an attack. • Always have an extra inhaler placed in your car, bedside table and work desk.
Carry Prescribed Controllers • Carrying your controller medication as prescribed by your doctor is extremely important – be it on a trip or at work. • Simply organize a kit or pouch and place it in your suitcase wherever you go. • They are important for reducing the chances of future asthma attack and it prevents worsening of symptoms in the long run thereby ensuring a holistic control of the disease process.
Wear A Mask • Wearing a mask to protect yourself from poor air quality is a must. • If you’re going to be exposed to polluted air or dust, wearing a mask as a precautionary measure is essential • By covering your nose and mouth, you essentially protect your airways from stressors.
Asthma Action Plan Below are the points you need to keep in mind • Which medicines to take on a regular basis • How to track improvement in symptoms • How to identify if your condition is improving or getting worse • What to do during an asthma attack • Studies have shown that with an asthma action plan in place, you are four times less likely to go to the emergency room for asthma.
