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Asthma History, Current Situation, an Overview of Its Control History, Challenges, and Ongoing Management Programs:
Anandi Kapri1, Swati Pant1, Nitin Gupta2
1Department of Pharmacy, Banasthali Vidyapith, Banasthali, Rajasthan 304022 India.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, India. Section B
|November 21, 2022
Summary
This review examines asthma management, highlighting its history, current challenges, and ongoing programs. It emphasizes adherence to guidelines and rational drug use for better control of this chronic respiratory disease.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Respiratory Medicine
- Public Health
Background:
- Asthma is a chronic airway inflammatory disease with disordered function.
- Affects a significant global population, exceeding HIV and tuberculosis prevalence.
- Requires comprehensive management strategies due to its life-threatening nature.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the historical trajectory of asthma.
- To assess the current status and control of asthma.
- To identify challenges and ongoing management programs for asthma.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature review of approximately 208 papers.
- Consultation of official guidelines from respiratory professional bodies.
- Inclusion and exclusion criteria applied to select 30 key papers and factsheets.
Main Results:
- Physicians should adhere to established asthma guidelines for effective management.
- Continuation of prescribed medications is crucial for patient care.
- Governmental strategies are needed to promote rational drug use and public awareness.
Conclusions:
- Adherence to professional body recommendations aids medical decision-making.
- Individual patient needs must be considered by healthcare professionals.
- Continued advancements are necessary to achieve global asthma control.
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