Introduction:
Asthma may occur at any age.
Frequently seen in early childhood and mid-adulthood.
As is the case in any chronic illness, there is a tendency for people with asthma to underestimate the degree of trouble that they are experiencing.
It is extremely important to have a careful and thorough evaluation and regular medical supervision.
What is Asthma?
It is an inflammatory process which affects the respiratory tract and impairs breathing.
These are signs of asthma:
- Coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath and exercise intolerance.
- Mucous production and Bronchial (airway) muscle spasms.
- What is the cause of Asthma?
- Increased airway irritability.
Exact cause of asthma is unknown.
Will Acupuncture Help?
Acupuncture and herbs can be very helpful both in alleviating acute symptoms and preventing future asthma attacks. Acupuncture can ease breathing during an asthma attack, but more importantly, ongoing treatment addresses the causes of asthma and works to decrease the sensitivity of the airways and reduce the number of asthma attacks.