It is a chronic respiratory disease that makes the lungs airways narrow and tight. This narrow passage makes it difficult for an individual to breathe. It occurs when an individual inhales pollen, dust, allergens and other particles. If it is not treated well then this may lead to serious consequences. According to a WHO report, more than 2 lakhs people are experiencing bronchial asthma. It can be treated by knowing its types and severity.

Types of Asthma

There are some common types of asthma which can be developed in various ways. It is classified into the following types.

Exercise-Induced Asthma – While engaging in physical activity can cause this type of asthma.
Occupational Asthma – Dust, gas, fumes etc., trigger while working in the workplace.
Allergic Asthma – It is triggered after getting exposed to allergic substances, like pollen.
Non-Allergic Asthma – It does not trigger by allergens, it may include infection, stress, hormone etc.
Adult-Onset Asthma – Its symptoms appear only in adulthood.
Overlap Syndrome of Asthma and COPD – It is a lung condition which causes the blockage of the airways. It shows the symptoms of both asthma and COPD.

Asthma Treatments in India

It can be treated and managed after determining its type.

Bronchial Thermoplasty

When other treatments are not effective then it is advised by a doctor. A healthcare provider will check airways by inserting a bronchoscope from the mouth. To prevent narrowing airways , heat will be applied to the muscles.

1. Long-term Controls Medications –

Your doctor will prescribe some drugs that will help to control and prevent asthma. It includes biological medicines, allergy shots, inhaled mast cell stabilizer to prevent swelling in the airways, steroid hormone medication, biologics to prevent inflammation, leukotriene modifiers relax the smooth muscle of airways and reduce swelling.

2. Quick-relief Medicines

To prevent asthma attack there are fast relieving medicines to prevent mild asthma. Such as, oral corticosteroids to minimize swelling, short-acting anticholinergics to open up airways more quickly and short-acting beta2-agonists (inhaler).

3. Changes in Lifestyle

Triggers to asthma can avoid smoke, smoking, allergic substance, passive smoking and chemicals. Adapt physical activity like yoga, exercise, reduce weight and by improving quality of life can help to control and prevent asthma.

4. Self-care

People should be aware and educate themselves and their families about asthma’s symptoms, treatment and its management. A good action plan is required to control it.