7 Most Common Respiratory Diseases – Symptoms and Treatment
Most common respiratory diseases
Asthma
Asthma is a common lung condition that causes narrowing of the airway and leads to wheezing and breathing difficulties. It can affect people of all ages, including children. It often occurs together with allergies, but it can also be triggered by exercise, infections, pollution, gastroesophageal reflux disease or stress.
“Those with persistent asthma often notice a better quality of life with the help of anti-inflammatory medication,” according to UnityPoint Health pulmonologist, Dr. Jim Meyer. “Everyone who has asthma needs to have a rescue inhaler to open airways quickly.”
Symptoms of asthma: coughing, wheezing, chest tightness. Read also 5 Symptoms of Asthma You Should Be Aware of.
Treatment: Asthma has no cure, but it can be kept under control with the help of anti-inflammatory medication, reliever inhalers or complementary therapies.
