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Asthma affects up to 10% of the U.S. population, and children are especially vulnerable – in fact, asthma-related problems are the leading cause of children missing time in school. Get expert guidance on asthma prevention and understanding the relationship between asthma and your allergies or sinus problems. If you or your child is afflicted, how to make the right decisions about medicine and limiting exposure to asthma triggers. With proper treatment and a few lifestyle adjustments, you can learn how to control your asthma instead of letting your asthma control you.

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William Berger
Dr. William Berger-Allergist and Immunologist
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Asthma Basics 
  1. Dr. William Berger
  2. What is "asthma"? 
  3. What is a "reactive airway disease"? 
  4. How many people have asthma in the US? 
  5. Can people die from asthma? 
  6. What causes asthma? 
  7. What kind of doctor do I see for asthma? 
  8. Can I develop asthma later in life? 
  9. Is asthma on the rise? 
  10. What is "allergic asthma"? 
  11. What is "non-allergic asthma"? 
  12. What's the relationship between asthma and sinus problems? 
  13. What's the relationship between asthma and food allergies? 
  14. What are "bronchi", "bronchioles" and "bronchial tubes"? 
  15. What are "alveoli"? 
  16. What is an "allergen"? 
  17. What is "bronchoconstriction"? 
  18. What's the difference between allergies and asthma? 
  19. What will happen if my asthma is not treated? 
Asthma Detection 
  1. Dr. William Berger
  2. How do I know if I have asthma? 
  3. Is asthma hereditary? 
  4. What tests are used to detect asthma? 
  5. What is "peak flow" and how is it measured? 
  6. What is "spirometry"? 
Asthma Prevention 
  1. Dr. William Berger
  2. How do I prevent getting asthma? 
  3. What are the most common asthma triggers? 
  4. How do I prevent asthma triggers? 
  5. Why do I get asthma when I exercise? 
Asthma Treatment 
  1. Dr. William Berger
  2. How is asthma treated? 
  3. How important is it to identify my asthma triggers? 
  4. What are "asthma inhalers"? 
  5. What are "controller asthma medications"? 
  6. What side effects should I expect from my asthma medication? 
  7. What is a "relief", "quickrelief" or "rescue drug"? 
  8. What are the benefits of an "inhaled corticosteroid"? 
  9. Can I overdose on my inhaler? 
  10. How do I use a "jet nebulizer"? 
  11. How do "allergy shots" treat asthma? 
  12. What is a "dry powder inhaler"? 
  13. What are "corticosteroids"? 
  14. What are "bronchodilators"? 
  15. What is a "holding chamber" or "spacer"? 
  16. What are "beta-agonists"? 
  17. What is "albuterol"? 
  18. What are "cromolyn" and "nedocromil"? 
  19. What is "ipratropium bromide"? 
  20. What are "leukotriene modifiers"? 
  21. What is "theophylline"? 
  22. How should I care for my asthma while I'm pregnant? 
  23. What are the new advances in asthma diagnosis? 
  24. What are the new advances in asthma treatment? 

Popular Questions

  • What is "asthma"?
  • Can people die from asthma?
  • What causes asthma?
  • What kind of doctor do I see for asthma?
  • Can I develop asthma later in life?
  • Is asthma on the rise?
  • How do I know if I have asthma?
  • Is asthma hereditary?
  • How do I prevent getting asthma?
  • What are the most common asthma triggers?
  • How do I prevent asthma triggers?
  • Why do I get asthma when I exercise?
  • How is asthma treated?
  • How important is it to identify my asthma triggers?
  • What side effects should I expect from my asthma medication?
  • Can I overdose on my inhaler?
  • How should I care for my asthma while I'm pregnant?
  • What are the new advances in asthma treatment?
  • Can asthma be cured?
  • What lifestyle changes should I expect after an asthma diagnosis?
  • Can I stay active and exercise if I have asthma?
  • How will asthma impact my sex life?
  • How common is asthma in children?
  • Can the elderly get asthma?
Asthma: What To Expect 
  1. Dr. William Berger
  2. How soon will I start to feel better after I take my asthma medication? 
  3. Can asthma be cured? 
  4. What is "thrush"? 
Asthma: Life And Lifestyle Changes 
  1. Dr. William Berger
  2. What lifestyle changes should I expect after an asthma diagnosis? 
  3. Can I stay active and exercise if I have asthma? 
  4. How will asthma impact my sex life? 
Asthma: Children And The Elderly 
  1. Dr. William Berger
  2. How common is asthma in children? 
  3. How do I know when to take my child with asthma to the hospital? 
  4. How can I make nebulization easier for me and my child? 
  5. Will my child grow out of his or her asthma? 
  6. How is my asthma treated differently if I'm elderly? 
  7. Can the elderly get asthma? 

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