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Avoiding
Allergens
Allergic
Rhinitis
Asthma
Sinusitis
Nasal
Polyps
At
Home Solutions |
Causes
of Asthma
- Hereditary
Children who
have one asthmatic parent have a 40% chance
of inheriting asthma. Those who have 2 asthmatic
parents have a 70% chance of developing asthma.
- Allergens
| Age of Onset |
Allergens contribute
to airway inflammation |
2-6 |
> 90% |
6-30 |
> 70% |
> 30 |
50% |
Factors that worsen
asthma:
- Allergen exposure
- Infections (colds/viral
infections, bronchitis, sinusitis)
- Gastro-esophageal
reflux (indigestion)
- Irritants (smoke,
pollution, chemicals)
- Some medications (Aspirin
or NSAIDS in a small percentage, Beta-blockers)
- Obesity – Losing
weight significantly improves asthma
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