Severe asthmais a form of asthma that is difficult to treat and responds poorly to currently availableasthma medications.
It can become serious and even life-threatening if left untreated.
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What Are the Symptoms of a Severe Asthma Attack?
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It is resulting from inflammation or swelling of the airways, making it difficult for air to pass through.
A person breathes it in through a machine called a rescue inhaler.
What Causes a Severe Asthma Attack?
Severe asthma attacks typically occur when an individual is exposed to an allergen.
How Is a Severe Asthma Attack Diagnosed?
A healthcare provider will perform a lung function test to determine the severity of your asthma.
If you experience difficulty breathing that does not improve with at-home treatment, seek medical attention.
The length of hospitalization can vary from person to person.
Some people with severe asthma are treated in the emergency room but never admitted to the hospital.
Other options for treatment of severe asthma include biologic treatment.Biologic injections are medications derived from living organisms.
They can be used to treat a variety of conditions, including severe uncontrolled asthma.
Talk with your healthcare provider or allergist if this option is right for you.
Summary
Severe asthma is serious andcan be life-threatening.
Frequently Asked Questions
The symptoms of an asthma attack and panic attack can feel similar.
Weather, especially cold weather, can exacerbate asthma symptoms.
Warm weather can impact asthma symptoms as well.
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