Notes in Chronic Asthma

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Published	10/08/2024	Typical Triggers of Asthma • {{c1::Dust (esp. house dust mites)}}• {{c1::Animals}} • Cold air • Exercise • Smoke • Food allergens (e.g. peanuts, s…
Published	10/08/2024	Poor asthma inhaler technique can lead to {{c1::oral thrush.}}
Published	10/08/2024	Spacers for inhalers should be cleaned {{c1::once a month}}. Avoid scrubbing the inside and allow them to air dry to avoid creating static.&nb…
Published	10/08/2024	Presentation Suggesting a Diagnosis of Asthma{{c1::Dry}} cough with {{c1::wheeze}} and {{c1::shortness of breath}}Episodic symptoms with intermit…
Published	10/08/2024	Presentation Indicating a Diagnosis Other Than Asthma• Wheeze only related to coughs and colds, more suggestive of{{c1::viral indu…
Published	10/08/2024	Diagnosis of Asthma No gold standard test or diagnostic criteria Made clinically on history & examNot diagnosed until 2 to 3 years oldTh…
Published	10/08/2024	Medical Therapy in Under 5 Years with AsthmaStart a {{c1::short-acting beta-2 agonist inhaler}} (e.g. {{c2::salbutamol}}) Add a low dos…
Published	10/08/2024	Treatment of Chronic Asthma in 5-12yoStart a {{c1::short-acting beta-2 agonist}} inhaler (e.g. salbutamol) as requiredAdd a regular {{c1::lo…
Published	10/08/2024	Treatment of chronic asthma in >12yoStart a {{c1::short-acting beta 2 agonist inhaler}} (e.g. salbutamol) as requiredAdd a regular {{c1::…
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