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Asthma in Adults.

Anil Nanda¹, Anita N Wasan²

¹Asthma and Allergy Center, 724 West Main Street, Suite 160, Lewisville, TX 75067, USA; Asthma and Allergy Center, 4900 Long Prairie Road, Suite 100, Flower Mound, TX, USA; Division of Allergy and Immunology, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA.

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Asthma, a chronic respiratory condition affecting millions globally, involves airway inflammation and obstruction. Diagnosis relies on clinical assessment and objective tests like pulmonary function testing, with patient education being crucial.

Keywords:

ACO Adult Allergy Asthma COPD Cough Rhinitis Sinusitis

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Area of Science:

Pulmonology
Allergy and Immunology

Background:

Asthma impacts 300 million globally, with 7.5% of US adults affected.
Characterized by airway inflammation, variable airflow obstruction, and bronchial hyperresponsiveness.
Associated comorbidities include rhinitis, GERD, sleep apnea, and depression.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide an overview of asthma diagnosis and management.
To highlight the importance of objective measures in asthma diagnosis.
To emphasize the role of comorbidities and patient education.

Main Methods:

Clinical diagnosis based on history and physical examination.
Utilization of objective measures like pulmonary function testing.
Identification and consideration of associated comorbidities.

Main Results:

Asthma diagnosis is primarily clinical but supported by objective testing.
A significant allergic component is often present in asthma.
Comorbidities frequently coexist with asthma, influencing management.

Conclusions:

Asthma requires a comprehensive diagnostic approach.
Managing comorbidities is essential for effective asthma care.
Patient education is a vital component of asthma management.