161. Asthma asthma is a condition that affects a person s airways, also known as breathingtubes. Find out more in this article for kids. http://kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/allergy/asthma.html

KidsHealth Kids Kids' Health Problems Asthma Asthma (say: az -muh) is a condition that affects a person's airways, which are also called breathing tubes or bronchial (say: brong -kee-ul) tubes. These tubes lead from the windpipe, or trachea (say: tray -kee-uh), into the lungs. For most kids, breathing is simple: They breathe in through their noses or mouths and the air goes into the windpipe. From there, it travels through the airways and into the lungs. But for kids with asthma, breathing can be a lot more difficult because their airways are very sensitive. An asthma flare-up, which some people call an asthma attack, happens when a person's airways get narrower and it becomes a lot harder for air to get in and out of the lungs. Sometimes the swollen airways produce extra mucus, which makes things pretty sticky, so it's easy to see why it's hard to breathe. In between flare-ups, a kid's breathing can be totally normal or seem that way. But during a flare-up, it can feel like the person is breathing through a straw. A kid with asthma may wheeze (a whistling sound when he or she breathes), cough, and feel tightness in the chest. An asthma flare-up can get worse and worse if a kid doesn't use asthma medicine. After an asthma flare-up, the airways almost always return to the way they were before, although it can take several days. Who Gets Asthma?

162. Asthma - Index - Pulmonology Information on diagnosis and treatment of asthma. http://pulmonologychannel.com/asthma/

Home Search SiteMap Contact Us ... Physician Board ASTHMA Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis ... Videos CONDITIONS Anemia ARDS Asthma Bronchitis ... Solitary Pulmonary Nodule Tuberculosis DIAGNOSTIC TESTS CT Scan MRI Scan RESOURCES Anatomy Clinical Trials Glossary Links ... What Is a Pulmonologist? ABOUT US Healthcommunities.com Pressroom Testimonials print this ... email this Overview Asthma is a chronic disease of the lungs and airways that affects an estimated 14 million to 17 million people in the United States. Severe asthma is a serious health concern that can lead to respiratory failure and death. Asthma kills an estimated 5000 people a year in the United States and as many as 470,000 seek hospital treatment for asthma symptoms. Despite its prevalence, experts differ in the definition of the disease. Clinical authorities typically favor a broad, comprehensive definition. The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute , for example, defines asthma as: "a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways (which) causes recurrent episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness and coughing, particularly at night or in the early morning usually associated with widespread but variable airflow obstruction that is often reversible, either spontaneously or with treatment." Organizations geared primarily toward the informational needs of patients usually promote, simpler, more "user-friendly" definitions. The

163. Asthma And African-Americans BlackHealthCare.com is a comprehensive health and medical information internetprovider dedicated to the health issues of AfricanAmericans. http://www.blackhealthcare.com/BHC/Asthma/Description.asp

Home Diabetes Hypertension Coronary Heart Disease ... Healthy Lifestyles Category Description Epidemiology Prevention Diagnosis and Evaluation ... End Stage Organ Disease Disease Center Diabetes Hypertension Coronary Heart Disease Stroke ... Healthy Lifestyles Community Issues The Problem Closing the Gap Initiatives Healthy Lifestyles Healthy Lifestyle library Community Resources Closing the Gap Initiatives About Us General Information Press Releases Corporate Profile Become a Sponsor ... Privacy Statement Asthma - Description Asthma: A Concern for Minority Populations Overview Asthma is a growing concern in this country, particularly in inner-city African-American and Latino populations. Asthma is a chronic lung disease characterized by episodes of airflow obstruction. Symptoms of an asthma attack include coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. Asthma occurs in people who are predisposed to develop asthma because of genetic and environmental factors that determine susceptibility. A variety of "triggers" may initiate or worsen an asthma attack, including viral respiratory infections, exercise, and exposure to allergens or to airway irritants such as tobacco smoke and certain environmental pollutants. Once asthma sufferers learn what conditions prompt their attacks, they can take steps to control their environment and avoid these triggers. However, medical treatment with anti-inflammatory agents (especially inhaled steroids) and bronchodilators is usually necessary to prevent and control attacks. With optimal management, control of asthma is usually an attainable goal.

164. ALLERGY, ASTHMA, & IMMUNOLOGY SPECIALISTS Allergy resources provided by Brett E. Stanaland, M.D. Practice in Naples, Florida. http://members.aol.com/AAIS/index.htm

Welcome to the Allergy Network Provided by, Brett E. Stanaland, M.D. with Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Specialists 130 Tamiami Trail N. Suite 240 Naples, Florida 34102 Phone: (941)-434-6200 Fax: (941)-434-5748 Our ad in the Naples Daily News Click here to view the entire ad and obtain more information about the practice and physician. Allergy Resources Available (Click Bullet) 1997 NHLBI Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Asthma. (See also AAAAI news release on the NHLBI guidelines.) ASTHMA information for patients from the NHLBI ASTHMAMANAGER is the world's first asthma management program for the PC. American College of Allergy Asthma and Immunology. (Patient information) Global Initiative for Asthma Management Home Page. POLLEN COUNTS for your region can be obtained from the National Allergy Bureau Allergic plants and pollens photo gallery. Asthma Society of Canada Asthma and Allergy Information and Research (Site in England) National Jewish Medical and Research Center (Denver, Co.). Enormous amounts of information on Asthma and Allergic diseases is available from this site. National Jewish Web Site Index.

165. Asthma, UPMC | University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, USA A comprehensive resource describing the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatmentof asthma from the health care experts at the University of Pittsburgh http://asthma.upmc.com/

Home Asthma Asthma is a serious condition in which inflammation and narrowing of the airways (called the bronchial tubes) causes noisy breathing and shortness of breath. Read more Overview Diagnosis Treatment Options ... Contact UPMC Supplemental content provided by EBSCO Publishing Terms and Conditions

166. Asthma Learn what it is, what causes flareups, and what different medicines kids can take. http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/asthma_basics/what/asthma.html

KidsHealth Kids Asthma Basics What's Asthma? Asthma (say: az -muh) is a condition that affects a person's airways, which are also called breathing tubes or bronchial (say: brong -kee-ul) tubes. These tubes lead from the windpipe, or trachea (say: tray -kee-uh), into the lungs. For most kids, breathing is simple: They breathe in through their noses or mouths and the air goes into the windpipe. From there, it travels through the airways and into the lungs. But for kids with asthma, breathing can be a lot more difficult because their airways are very sensitive. An asthma flare-up, which some people call an asthma attack, happens when a person's airways get narrower and it becomes a lot harder for air to get in and out of the lungs. Sometimes the swollen airways produce extra mucus, which makes things pretty sticky, so it's easy to see why it's hard to breathe. In between flare-ups, a kid's breathing can be totally normal or seem that way. But during a flare-up, it can feel like the person is breathing through a straw. A kid with asthma may wheeze (a whistling sound when he or she breathes), cough, and feel tightness in the chest. An asthma flare-up can get worse and worse if a kid doesn't use asthma medicine. After an asthma flare-up, the airways almost always return to the way they were before, although it can take several days. Who Gets Asthma?

167. CRC For Asthma Contains information and support for asthma sufferers. http://www.asthma.crc.org.au/

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168. Rund Um Asthma - Alles über Asthma Bronchiale, Bronchitis, Emphysem Informationen rund um asthma, Bronchitis und Emphysem. Mit NewsChannel, Arztsuche und fach¤rztlich betreutem Diskussionsforum. http://www.rund-um-asthma.de

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169. Asthma - Health - The New York Times Find articles and multimedia on asthma, lungs, breathing, allergies, broncodilators,albuterol, steroids. http://topics.nytimes.com/top/news/health/diseasesconditionsandhealthtopics/asth

170. Asthma And Allergy Foundation Of America - Information About Asthma, Allergies, Organization provides free information and education on asthma and allergies, as well as links to regional AAFA groups. http://aafa.org/

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171. Respiratory Tract Diseases asthma (in children) A Comprehensive Look - picuBOOK. Practical Guide for theDiagnosis and Management of asthma - NHLBI/NIH (US) http://www.mic.ki.se/Diseases/C08.html

search search staff sitemap ABOUT KAROLINSKA INSTITUTET ... print this page Diseases and Disorders Links pertaining to Respiratory Tract Diseases Alert! Patients and laypersons looking for guidance among the target sources of this collection of links are strongly advised to review the information retrieved with their professional health care provider. Start Page Contents: Airway Obstruction Apnea Asbestosis Asthma ... Whooping Cough Respiratory Tract Diseases Organization of the Respiratory System [sample chapter; WF Boron] - Medical Physiology Pathology of the Respiratory Tract [sample chapter (1.6 MB) from Underwood: General and Systemic Patology, 2000] About some Pulmonary Procedures - Pulmonary-Critical Care Assoc. of East Texas (US) Bronchoscopy Atlas [G McLennan] - Virtual Hosp., Iowa (US) Interactive Respiratory Physiology - Johns Hopkins U. PCCU - Pulmonary and Critical Care Update (lessons) - Am Coll of Chest Physicians (US) Lung and Respiratory System Review (pathology images , mostly micro) - Tulane Univ. (US) A collection of Position statements [.pdf files] by the American Thoracic Society

172. Home Contains herbs that may relieve symptoms of this condition. http://www.geocities.com/lwpillows

Asthma Pillow Our Mission Over the last seven years our goal has been to use our knowledge of Native American herbs to bring relief to those with respiratory problems such as asthma. Contact Information Please feel free to write, phone or e-mail us about this product. We all have full time jobs so if you phone, please leave a message. Telephone (540) 483-1448 or (540) 483-0732 FAX Postal address P.O. Box 2024, Rocky Mount, VA 24151 Electronic mail General Information: mailto:lwpillows@yahoo.com Sales: Customer Support: Webmaster: Home Products Services

173. Buteyko - Well Naturally Michael Clark is a Eucapnic Buteyko Breath Therapist offering treatment for asthma, snoring and sleep apnea, and training for Buteyko practitioners. http://www.wellnaturally.co.uk

Michael A. Clark tel: 01482 470714 buteyko@wellnaturally.co.uk home treatment FAQ's ... contact Well Naturally... to know the cause is to know the cure This web site has been designed as a means of providing information to those suffering from breathing problems, including asthma, emphysema and even snoring. It is also for those who may be thinking of becoming a Breathing Therapist themselves. Hello my name is Michael A Clark, welcome to my site. I am a qualified Buteyko Therapist I also hold qualifications in Stress Management, counselling and Reiki. The Brisbane Medical Trials of 1996 compared two study groups. The group treated with Buteyko reported an astonishing 92% reduction in the use of Bronchodilators (Ventolins)! This compared to the other group who were treated with conventional treatment which showed no improvement. I was hooked! As quickly as possible I did the Butyeyko Course, passed my exam and completed the necessary case studies. In no time I was practising and found that by incorporating my Stress Consultancy experience I could in fact gain even better results.

174. Feline Asthma - VeterinaryPartner.com - A VIN Company! of the condition from a veterinary perspective, including detailed Xrays and overview of drug treatments....... http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=665

175. Encyclopaedia Topic : Asthma, Section : Introduction asthma is a very common longterm condition that affects the airways and There is also a genetic connection between asthma, hay fever and eczema, http://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/en.asp?TopicID=41

176. DR. BECKMANN GMBH ...FÜR MEHR LEBENSQUALITÄT BEI ALLERGIEN Spezialisiert auf Allergische Erkrankungen. Mit Informationen zu Hausstaubmilbenallergien, asthma und Neurodermitis. http://www.drbeckmann.de/

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177. What Is Asthma? asthma is a chronic disease that affects your airways, which are the tubes thatcarry air in and out of your lungs. http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/dci/Diseases/Asthma/Asthma_WhatIs.html

DCI Home Lung Diseases Asthma : What Is ... What Is ... Causes Who Is At Risk Diagnosis ... Links What Is Asthma? Asthma (AZ-muh) is a chronic disease that affects your airways, which are the tubes that carry air in and out of your lungs. If you have asthma, the inside walls of your airways are inflamed (swollen). The inflammation (IN-fla-MAY-shun) makes the airways very sensitive, and they tend to react strongly to things to which you are allergic or find irritating. When the airways react, they get narrower and less air flows through to your lung tissues. This causes symptoms like wheezing (a whistling sound when you breathe), coughing, chest tightness, and trouble breathing. Asthma cannot be cured, but for most patients it can be controlled so that you have only minimal and infrequent symptoms and you can live an active life. So, if you have asthma, taking care of it is an important part of your life. Controlling your asthma means staying away from things that bother your airways and taking medicines as directed by your doctor. By controlling your asthma every day, you can prevent serious symptoms and take part in all activities. If your asthma is not well controlled, you are likely to have symptoms that can make you miss school or work and keep you from doing things you enjoy. Asthma is one of the leading causes of children missing school. When you experience a worsening of your asthma symptoms, it is called an asthma episode or attack. In an asthma attack, muscles around the airways tighten up, making the airway openings narrower so less air can flow through. Inflammation increases and the airways become more swollen and narrow. Cells in the airways also make more mucus than usual. This extra mucus also narrows the airways. These changes cause the symptoms of asthma and make it harder to breathe. Asthma attacks are not all the same-some are worse than others. In a severe asthma attack, the airways can close so much that not enough oxygen gets to vital organs. This condition is a medical emergency. People can die from severe asthma attacks.

178. Allergy Relief Product, Asthma Treatment, Air Cleaner And Purifier Products Provides easier access to products that have been demonstrated by research to reduce indoor allergen levels and improve allergy and asthma symptoms. http://www.stopallergy.com

Home Shopping Shopping Cart Allergen Testing Order Catalog Gallery FAQ ... About StopAllergy provides patients with cost-effective environmental control solutions for the home and workplace to reduce or eliminate symptoms associated with allergies and asthma. StopAllergy is a true patient and consumer advocate and is committed to educating the patient about the benefits of environmental control. Learn how to avoid allergens and create a clean room in your home. Click here to view our printable handout! (PDF) Browse Our Store by Allergen or Irritant Dust Mites Products Avoidance Information Cats, Dogs, and Other Pets Products Avoidance Information Mold and Mildew Products Avoidance Information Cockroach Products Avoidance Information Pollen Products Avoidance Information Feathers and Down Products Avoidance Information Odors and Chemicals Products Avoidance Information Browse Our Store by Category Bedding Air Filtration Humidity Control Vacuums Cleaning Products Masks and Protective Gear Irritant Free Products Nasal and Sinus Irrigation Privacy and Security Legal Notices Site Map

179. Johns Hopkins Division Of Allergy & Asthma News Release 3 asthma drugs to stay on market Volunteer Study Opportunities Allergic Reations Spring 2005 Access Our Divisional Intranet http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/allergy/

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180. DC School Asthma And Allergy Initiative Offers specific, concrete, ongoing support to those caring for schoolaged children with asthma and allergies. Includes guidelines, programs, teaching toolkit, news and a newsletter. http://www.schoolasthmaallergy.com/2002-2003/sections/states/DC_2002/saai.html

Asthma Awareness Curriculum for the Elementary Classroom Asthma Action Plan State-Specific Information ... Air Newsletter DC School Asthma and Allergy Initiative The DC School Asthma and Allergy Initiative is a partnership between SchoolAsthmaAllergy.com, a Web site funded by Schering Corporation, designed to support those caring for children with asthma and allergies, and prominent healthcare organizations in the Washington, DC area. Asthma is the third leading cause of preventable hospitalizations in the United States, with approximately 470,000 hospitalizations and more than 5,000 deaths a year. Nearly 5 million children have asthma. Asthma is a leading cause of missed school days, accounting for 10 million absences per year. Allergies are the sixth leading cause of chronic disease in the United States, costing the healthcare system over 18 billion dollars annually. The prevalence of asthma and other allergic diseases continues to grow, probably reflecting both increased exposures and enhanced responses to allergens. Given the magnitude of the problem, the DC School Asthma and Allergy Initiative was created to offer specific, concrete, ongoing support to those caring for school-aged children with asthma and allergies.

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