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Bookmark or Share- Asthma - Treatment and Action Plan | NHLBI, NIHOccupational asthma is asthma that develops or gets worse in the workplace. It can happen in an adult who is around allergens, for example, dust and mold, or other sensitizing agents at work. Once you become sensitized to a substance, being around a very small amount can be enough to trigger serious symptoms.
- Learn More Breathe Better®: Asthma - NHLBI, NIHView the updated Asthma Management Guidelines which offer health care providers updated recommendations across six areas of asthma care. Lung Health Related Topics at NHLBI NHLBI offers information on a variety of lung-related diseases and conditions.
- Asthma - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicExercise-induced asthma, which may be worse when the air is cold and dry Occupational asthma, triggered by workplace irritants such as chemical fumes, gases or dust Allergy-induced asthma, triggered by airborne substances, such as pollen, mold spores, cockroach waste, or particles of skin and dried saliva shed by pets (pet dander)
- Asthma attack - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicAn asthma attack is a sudden worsening of asthma symptoms. Asthma is a long-term condition that makes breathing difficult because airways in the lungs become narrow. Symptoms of asthma attack include coughing, wheezing, tightness in the chest and difficulty getting enough air.
- Asthma - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo ClinicIf your asthma is worsened by cold or dry air, wearing a face mask can help. Stay healthy. Taking care of yourself can help keep your symptoms under control, including: Get regular exercise. Having asthma doesn't mean you have to be less active. Treatment can prevent asthma attacks and control symptoms during activity.
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