Understanding Clinical Trials...A clinical trial is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device, procedure, or change in behavior is safe and...reactionscomments
Clinical Trial Terminology...There are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:An undesirable experience associated with the use of a medical product in...reactionscomments
Clinical Trial Participation...Every clinical trial is designed to look at a specific population, so each participant is required to have certain traits (eligibility criteria) in order to take part in the study...reactionscomments
Peak Flow - Explained...Peak flow measurements are one of those things that long-time lungers mostly-hate. So, while a lot of literature floats around the Web about checking your peak flows, your doctor may...reactions4comments
Asthma, Weight, and Obesity...The link between asthma, weight, and being overweight is not well understood. Can obesity cause asthma? Are they two separate conditions that co-exist in some people? The answer might be...
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About Us...At Asthma.net we empower patients and caregivers to take control of their Asthma by providing a platform to learn, educate, and connect with peers and healthcare professionals. Asthma can have...
Food and Alcohol...Food and alcohol are not common asthma triggers. Some people with asthma are sensitive to food additives, such as sulfites. People with asthma may also have food allergies. Avoiding foods...
Developing an Asthma Action Plan...An asthma action plan is a written sheet that shows you how to keep your asthma under control. It helps you track symptoms and lung function and tells you which...
Asthma Rescue Medications...Rescue medicines work fast to provide relief during an asthma attack. They are sometimes also called quick-relief drugs. They should only be used as needed when you have sudden worsening...
Asthma Prevention and Control Medications...Long-term asthma medicines help prevent and control asthma symptoms. They should be taken while also avoiding triggers and maintaining a healthy diet and exercise. This treatment method lowers the risk...
Asthma and Schools...Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases of childhood. In an average classroom of 30 children, three are likely to have asthma. Because children spend about six hours...
Marijuana and Asthma...Editor's note: Medical marijuana (cannabis) and CBD are not legal in some states. Marijuana (cannabis) is becoming legal in many US states. Medical marijuana may treat pain, insomnia, anxiety, and...
Spiriva (tiotropium bromide)...Spiriva (tiotropium bromide) is approved for long-term treatment of asthma in people 6 years and older. It is sometimes added on to treatment for people who are not responding to...
Xolair (omalizumab)...Xolair (omalizumab) is an injectable medicine used to treat moderate-to-severe persistent asthma in people ages 6 and up whose asthma is not well-controlled with inhaled corticosteroids. You should have a...
