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Fasting: an important issue in asthma management compliance.
Ferda Oner Erkekol1, Gülfem E Celik, Ozlem Keskin
1Division of Allergic Diseases, School of Medicine, Ankara University, Turkey. erkekol@medicine.ankara.edu.tr
Summary
Muslim asthmatic patients often continue fasting by adjusting medication schedules, with most finding no religious conflict. Careful follow-up during Ramadan is crucial for asthma management in these patients.
Area of Science:
- Medical Science
- Clinical Practice
- Public Health
Background:
- Fasting during Ramadan is a common practice for Muslims.
- Asthma management requires careful consideration during fasting periods.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the effects of fasting on outpatient asthmatic patients.
- To understand patient practices and knowledge regarding asthma medication during fasting.
Main Methods:
- Evaluation of 121 fasting asthmatic patients.
- Assessment of follow-up attendance, diagnostic attitudes, and medication practices.
- Analysis of knowledge sources regarding asthma, fasting, and medication.
Main Results:
- 90% of patients experienced no religious harm visiting physicians while fasting.
- While 96% believed inhaled medication was permissible, only 13% used it consistently.
- Most patients adjusted medication timing; physician and religious sources provided similar information on fasting-medication use.
Conclusions:
- Asthma is not typically viewed as a barrier to fasting among Muslim patients.
- Patients often adapt medication schedules to accommodate fasting.
- Close monitoring and patient education are vital for asthma control during Ramadan.
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