An asthma attack or exacerbation occurs in the form of swollen and swollen airways. In an asthma attack, the muscles around the airways constrict and the airways produce excess mucus, causing the airways to constrict. During an attack, asthma symptoms get worse. Coughing, wheezing and difficulty breathing are some of the most common symptoms, and can be treated at home if the attack is mild. Sometimes, when an asthma attack does not improve with home remedies, it can become life-threatening.
The best way to prevent an asthma attack from becoming severe is to recognize and treat the symptoms of an asthma flare-up. According to a report from the Mayo Clinic, the treatment plan created by your doctor should include steps to take in case of an asthma attack.
symptoms of asthma attack
There are many signs and symptoms of an asthma attack, but the most common are:
Low peak expiratory flow (EPF) readings if you use a peak flow meter.
Severe shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, wheezing and cough.
The inability of a quick-acting inhaler to treat symptoms indicates a worsening of an attack.
Asthma attacks also have other symptoms and each patient needs to work with their doctor on a treatment plan to avoid an emergency.
When to see a doctor and seek emergency medical treatment?
The symptoms listed above can be controlled with the help of home treatment methods prepared by your doctor. But if the seizure continues to worsen and symptoms are not responding positively to treatment, you may want to see your doctor right away.
Emergency medical attention is required in the following scenarios:
Severe breathlessness or wheezing, especially in the morning or at night.
Low EPF readings that do not show improvement after home treatment.
Inability to speak due to shortness of breath.
Chest pain or tightness in chest muscles.
Asthma flare-ups can be caused by many things such as pollen, pets, tobacco smoke, breathing in cold and dry air, dust mites and upper respiratory infections, to name a few.
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