An asthma attack can cause sudden death

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Although asthma does not lead to many complications, it can be life-threatening if not treated promptly during an asthma attack. Asthma has a very complicated course, can progress quickly, so it is necessary to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor and the treatment regimen.

1. What is asthma?

Asthma is one of the respiratory diseases when the airways are chronically inflamed. Inflammation leads to constriction of the airways, reducing the amount of air entering the lungs, making breathing more difficult. Asthma is an inherited disease. If someone in your family has asthma, there is a high chance that you will also have it.
Asthma has two main types, including:
Non-allergic bronchial asthma : This type of bronchial asthma does not trigger an allergic reaction Asthma : This type of bronchial asthma is part of an allergic reaction, occurs when inhaling allergens such as: animal dander, mold, dirt, pollen, perfume.... These factors also contribute to an increased risk of inflammation that interferes with breathing. People with asthma will experience worsening of symptoms or are more likely to have an asthma attack when under the influence of triggers such as:
Inhaling allergens Ingesting allergens Respiratory tract infections Transport extreme activity, overwork, changes in weather, strong emotions such as: emotion, nervousness, anger, etc. Use of certain medications

2. Is asthma dangerous?

When the patient is under the influence of the above asthma triggers, the patient's hypersensitive airways will become more severely inflamed. The inflammatory response causes the mucosal lining to swell, smooth muscle cells to constrict, secrete more mucus, and air to go to the lungs is obstructed. It is very difficult for the patient to get enough air into the lungs. The lack of air results in not enough oxygen needed for the body to function.
When a patient has a severe asthma attack, it can lead to unconsciousness, even sudden death if not treated or used an airway relaxant in time.

3. What to do when you have asthma?

Asthma can lead to death, so patients need to be very careful, note:
Drink lots of water, about 2-3 liters/day Limit exposure to irritating substances Do not let substances There is a strange smell around the house, work place Do not contact with fur animals Do not use pillows, feather coats Do not smoke, stay away from places where people smoke Do not go to places where there is pollen When going out, you should wear a mask cover the nose and mouth to limit exposure to foreign odors and limit cold air from attacking the respiratory tract Avoid sulfite-based foods and medicines, consult your doctor before using any Any medicine Do not drink beer or alcohol If you find it difficult to breathe, you need to rest immediately. If you have an asthma attack, do not lie down, you must sit up Always keep medicines and inhaler inhalers nearby, in the room. when having a sudden asthma attack Patients with asthma should go for regular health check-ups to control the progression of the disease. If a parent has asthma, they should actively seek medical attention to determine the risk of disease.
Currently, Vinmec International General Hospital has an asthma screening package for patients with bronchial asthma. Vinmec's asthma screening package helps:
Screening for early detection to promptly control and treat the disease Perform clinical examination, take medical history, measure respiratory function, otolaryngology and clinical examination bronchial filter.

When registering for the Asthma Screening Package, customers will receive:
01 appointment with an Allergist - Clinical Immunology 01 screening tests: Measurement of respiratory function Measuring FeNo Endoscopy otolaryngology Allergen testing Vinmec Times City International Hospital has a team of highly qualified and experienced doctors, fully equipped with modern facilities and equipment for diagnosis most effectively diagnose the disease and stage it before treatment. Especially when coming to Vinmec International General Hospital, patients do not have to wait long, have a quick examination time and are carefully guided by a team of experienced medical staff on the use of drugs, medicines and other medical conditions. A specially designed aerosol-aerosol that guides positive lifestyle changes to help patients easily adhere to their asthma management.

Please dial HOTLINE for more information or register for an appointment HERE. Download MyVinmec app to make appointments faster and to manage your bookings easily.