Related Terms

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Background

• Asthma is a chronic, inflammatory lung disease. The air passages within the lungs are constantly swollen, restricting the amount of air allowed to pass through the trachea. Asthmatics have recurrent breathing problems and a tendency to cough and wheeze.
• According to the American Lung Association, about 20 million Americans have asthma, which causes about 5,000 deaths each year.
• Asthma is incurable, but many medications and changes in behavior may help manage the condition.
• Allergic asthma occurs when allergens cause the airway to become inflamed.
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Related Definitions

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Classifications of Asthma

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Symptoms

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Types of Asthma

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Severity of Asthma

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Predisposition To Asthma

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Diagnosis

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Treatment

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Types of Inhalers

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Integrative Therapies

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Prevention

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Author Information

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References

Natural Standard developed the above evidence-based information based on a thorough systematic review of the available scientific articles. For comprehensive information about alternative and complementary therapies on the professional level, go to www.naturalstandard.com. Selected references are listed below.

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