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Keep a record of how often you wheeze,cough,feel short of breath and/or use your “rescue” inhaler .This record helps guide your physician in making key treatment decisions.
Certain medications may worsen your asthma.These may include common pain relievers such as aspirin,ibuprofen,naproxen and beta blockers,commonly used to treat high blood pressure and migraine headaches.
Inhaled medications are the cornerstone of asthma treatment. Learning to use your inhaler correctly is essential to a successful treatment plan.
A yearly flu shot is recommended for all asthmatics.
Health Tip
What's Causing My Laryngitis?
(HealthDay News) -- Laryngitis is the inflammation of the larynx, which contains the vocal cords. When those vocal cords become inflamed, your voice often turns hoarse and may all but disappear.
The U.S. National Library of Medicine lists these common causes of laryngitis:
- The common cold or flu.
- Bacterial or viral infection.
- Bronchitis.
- Pneumonia.
- Allergies.
- Chemical irritation.
- Injury to the larynx.
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