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[Asthma in athletes]
P Kippelen1, F Friemel, Ph Godard
1UPRES EA 701 Physiologie des Interactions , Hôpital Arnaud de Villeneuve, Montpellier, France.
Revue Des Maladies Respiratoires
|August 12, 2003
Summary
Athletes, especially endurance athletes, face a higher risk of asthma and exercise-induced asthma due to factors like hyperventilation and airway irritants. Early detection and treatment are key to managing these respiratory conditions without limiting athletic performance.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Pulmonology
- Exercise Physiology
Context:
- Growing evidence indicates an elevated risk of asthma and exercise-induced asthma (EIA) in athletic populations.
- Endurance-trained athletes at elite levels are particularly susceptible.
Purpose:
- To explore the contributing factors to asthma and EIA in athletes.
- To highlight the differences between athlete-related asthma and classical asthma.
- To emphasize the importance of early detection and management strategies.
Summary:
- Hyperventilation during exercise and increased exposure to inhaled allergens, pollutants, or cold, dry air are potential causes.
- Athlete-related asthma may present differently from classical asthma.
- Rigorous diagnostic protocols including symptom assessment and objective measurements (spirometry, bronchial reactivity) are crucial for early identification.
Impact:
- Establishing standardized detection and treatment protocols can facilitate early intervention for respiratory issues in athletes.
- With appropriate management, asthma and EIA do not need to hinder athletic performance, ensuring athletes can compete effectively.