July 15, 2009

What are you supposed to do if you have an asthma attack?

Justaskin asked:


Lately my asthma has been flaring up…I just had an asthma attack and can breath however I am still congested and coughing. Am I to call the doctor( this is my first real one)? thanks.

Stone

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Comments on What are you supposed to do if you have an asthma attack?

July 18, 2009

x @ 3:00 pm

Mollie

I’ve had a lot of them so go to your doctor and see what they can do if they can’t do anything go to the hospital

July 20, 2009

Flower Child @ 2:24 am

Morgan

You should call the doctor and ask him to prescribe a rescue inhaler, such as albuterol, to be used in the event of an attack.

Mary @ 12:36 pm

Stella

You should follow your asthma action plan. Obviously your asthma is worsening you need to step up your therapy. You should be taking a daily controller medication. If you are taking it, you either need to increase the dose or add another dose. You may need oral steroids for a short while. You probably should see an asthma specialist not just a GP.

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