World Asthma Day

A lot of people still lose their lives to asthma just because they don't have access to proper treatment. Moreover, people assume various things on their own without consulting a doctor and keep asthma untreated. Thus, this year’s theme acts like a reminder that treating and managing asthma is a basic right. 

Symptoms

Living with asthma means recognising the signals your body gives you. Its signs can be subtle at first but often worsen if ignored. They can affect daily routines and even interfere with sleep. Understanding the early symptoms is key to manage the condition. 

1. Coughing 

1. Chest pain or tightness 

1. Breathlessness 

1. Wheezing 

Asthma symptoms are personal and vary from one person to another. If not managed properly, the condition may worsen. It can also worsen with certain triggers, which too vary from one person to another. Some of them are as follows: 

1. Air Pollution 

1. Dust and smoke 

1. Strong Fragrance 

1. Weather Changes 

1. Viral Infections 

1. Exercise 

Management and Treatment

Asthma does not have a cure, but it can be managed well. Most people use inhalers- some for quick relief and others as daily preventers. The key is to use them as prescribed and not skipping doses, even when you feel fine. 

Instead of guessing and assuming things, consulting a doctor is important to create a personal asthma plan. It can help track symptoms and triggers, adjust medications when needed. Some people can also write journal or use an app to track down the patterns. Living a healthy and hygiene lifestyle is also mandatory to avoid the triggers that could worsen the condition. 

Life with Asthma

Asthma patients can do everything others do, with a little care. Life may start feeling overwhelming, but it doesn't have to take over your life. Sometimes, asthma can make you help keep your body in a better condition than others usually keep. You learn to listen to it more carefully. And while it might seem that you carry it alone, millions of people around the world are living with it. Sharing experiences, offering support, and having access to proper care and correct treatment can make all the difference. 

Unfortunately, not everyone with asthma gets the care they need. In many low-income countries and regions, even access to basic medications is limited. This lack of treatment leads to several preventable deaths and unnecessary suffering. World Asthma Day is observed to raise awareness about this. We can educate, listen and demand better care for everyone in the world. 

Breathing is such a natural act that we hardly notice the pain of asthma until and unless it happens with us or our loved ones, more importantly, until it becomes difficult. For people with asthma, breathing requires thought, planning, and care. And with the right tools, support, and knowledge, living an active life is entirely possible.

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