Asthma

Asthma

Asthma is a chronic disease of the airways in the lung. When we breathe these airways allow air to come in and out of the lung. People who are suffering from this recurring condition are called asthmatic.

Asthma Overview

To understand asthma, it helps to recognize how airways work. Airways or bronchial tubes, which carry air in and out of our lungs.
People with asthma have inflamed airways. When something triggers the symptoms of asthma, the muscles around the airways become tighten and it narrows the airways. This causes less air to flow into the lungs. Symptoms of narrowing include coughing, chest tightness and breathing problems. When symptoms get more intense, you're having an asthma attack.
Asthma attacks can be mild, moderate, severe and very severe. An Immunologist / Allergist is the best-qualified physician, who can diagnose and treat asthma. With the help of Immunologist / Allergist, you can take control of your asthma condition.