If breathing tests performed in the office don’t fully explain your symptoms — such as wheezing, shortness of breath, or a persistent cough — your provider may suspect asthma. At Advanced Health Associates, the experienced medical team offers comprehensive evaluations and personalized asthma management to help you breathe easier and live comfortably. Don’t hesitate to contact the team with any concerns about your breathing. Call today or request an appointment online to learn more about asthma care.
Asthma is a chronic condition that causes inflammation and tightening of the airways, making it hard to breathe. During an asthma flare, the airway muscles constrict, the lining swells, and excess mucus may form, which can lead to sudden or ongoing breathing difficulties.
Asthma affects people of all ages and often requires long-term management to keep symptoms under control and maintain healthy lung function.
Asthma symptoms may come and go or persist daily. They can be triggered by exercise, allergens, smoke, cold air, or respiratory infections. Common symptoms include:
Wheezing
Shortness of breath
Chest tightness
Frequent or persistent cough
Trouble breathing at night or early morning
Coughing after exercise
Symptoms vary from person to person and from mild to severe.
At Advanced Health Associates, your provider may diagnose asthma through a combination of medical history, examination, and breathing tests such as:
Spirometry: Measures how much air you can exhale and how quickly.
Peak flow testing: Checks the strength of your airflow.
Allergy testing: Identifies triggers that may worsen your symptoms.
Bronchodilator response: Evaluates whether inhaled medication improves your breathing.
Because asthma symptoms can change over time, ongoing monitoring is often recommended.
Asthma treatment focuses on keeping airways open, reducing inflammation, and preventing flare-ups. Your personalized treatment plan may include:
Rescue inhalers for fast symptom relief
Daily controller medications to reduce airway inflammation
Allergy treatment to reduce exposure to triggers
Lifestyle guidance such as avoiding smoke, improving air quality, and exercising safely
A customized asthma action plan to manage symptoms early and prevent severe attacks
With proper treatment, most people with asthma can lead active, healthy lives.
Follow your asthma action plan, use your rescue inhaler as directed, and seek immediate medical care if breathing becomes more difficult or if symptoms don’t improve with medication.
At Advanced Health Associates, you receive compassionate respiratory care and expert support for managing asthma. Call the office today or request an appointment online to get started on your personalized treatment plan.
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