Asthma Treatment Q&A

While there is no definitive cause of asthma, researchers have found that a variety of factors could contribute to the development of asthma in a person, including genetics and severe viral infections during childhood. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology (ACAAI), there are also several different types of asthma, including adult-onset asthma, allergic asthma, asthma-COPD overlap, exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB) asthma, non-allergic asthma, and occupational asthma. While the causes of the various types of asthma are not fully understood, there are numerous triggers that are known to cause an asthmatic reaction, including the following:

– Airborne irritants, such as air pollution, chemical fumes, or tobacco smoke
– Allergens, including animal dander, dust mites, mold, or pollen
– Cold weather or changes in weather conditions
– Certain food preservatives and medications
– Exercise
– Intense emotions, such as anxiety or stress
– Strong odors, including perfumes or cleaning solutions
– Upper and lower respiratory infections

Sadly, there is currently no known cure for asthma. With that being said, asthma is a highly treatable condition, and many people who are diagnosed with asthma are able to have nearly complete control over their symptoms. Our board-certified physicians at Walking Urgent Care are highly skilled and have broad expertise in the various types of asthma treatments available today. As such, we will strive to find the best asthma treatment option for you so that you, too, can experience significant control over your asthma symptoms!

There are several different treatment options for asthma, including such things as breathing exercises, short-term options for asthma flare-ups and attacks, long-term options for enduring management and control of asthma symptoms. Depending on the type of asthma you have, your age, and what commonly triggers asthmatic reactions for you, asthma treatment could involve any of the following options:

– Anticholinergics
– Antileukotrienes or leukotriene modifiers
– Biologic therapy medications, including benralizumab, dupilumab, omalizumab, mepolizumab, and reslizumab injectables
– Bronchodilators
– Cromolyn sodium
– Immunomodulators
– Immunotherapy, including allergy shots and sublingual tablets
– Inhaled corticosteroids
– Inhaled long-acting beta2-agonists
– Methylxanthines, such as theophylline
– Oral corticosteroids
– Short-acting inhaled beta2-agonists

Asthma medication can be taken orally, through inhalers, including metered-dose inhalers (MDIs) or dry powder inhalers (DPIs), nebulizers, or through injections. In addition to the medical treatment of asthma, your doctor may also prescribe various breathing exercises and encourage you to avoid known triggers and certain foods or drinks.

If you are looking for an excellent medical clinic near Coral Springs, FL that provides first-rate asthma treatment, we welcome you to come to see us at Walking Urgent Care! For more information, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We are located at 10308 W Sample Rd, Coral Springs, FL 33065. We serve patients from Coral Springs FL, Margate FL, Tamarac FL, Coconut Creek FL, North Lauderdale FL, Parkland FL, and surrounding areas.