Most people will agree to the fact that changes in weather can make us sick. Fluctuations in temperature nurture a favorable condition for a distinct bacteria and viruses to grow and spread contagious illnesses. Rise in humidity also makes the immune system weak, making people more susceptible to cough,...
The pediatric population can catch cold easily as they are in the process of developing an immune response that can combat the common viruses. A congested nose is one of the common consequences of catching a cold. Nasal congestion happens when mucus blocks the nasal passage. It is the...
The rigorous urbanization, upgrade in lifestyles, and quality of living has affected the surroundings of our country in the most detrimental manner.1 Approximately 4.2 million people die each year due to stroke, heart disease, and lung cancer caused by ambient air pollution..2 And, around 91% people across the world...
Approximately 10 people die of respiratory disorders each day in our country. Chronic respiratory infections which may include Asthma and COPD are one of the prime comorbidities across several Indian states. And, it is an established fact that the pathogen responsible for the current pandemic belongs to the same...
As many as 334 million people worldwide may be affected by asthma, according to the Global Asthma Network, but it’s still a condition that’s often misunderstood. Here we separate fact from fiction by debunking some of the most common asthma myths. Exercise is just as important for asthmatics as it...
Asthma medications may be given in inhaled, oral or injection forms. Inhaled therapy is considered the essential component to treating asthma. The Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) guidelines considers the ability to deliver drugs directly to airways as a major advantage of inhaled treatment. Nebulizer is one of the...
Asthma exacerbations are commonly triggered by exposure to allergens and irritants within the home. In a study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, reducing asthma triggers in children through home interventions were reported to reduce the number of days with asthma symptoms, the number of school days...
Stuffy nose or nasal congestion happens when the tissues inside the nose swell or produce mucus. If your baby has a stuffy nose they may breathe through their mouth, which can make it harder for them to feed. Usually, nasal congestion goes away on its own within a week....
Asthma is a chronic disease of the respiratory system that requires intervention for short-term relief and long-term control. There are a variety of medicines available to treat asthma. It’s very important for people suffering from asthma to be informed about the different medications to control their disease. Your asthma...
Early warning signs of an asthma attack are changes that happen before or at the very beginning of an asthma attack. It is a way your body is trying to let you know that you are about to have an asthma attack. Early warning signs vary amongst individuals. To...
Asthma has remained as one of the leading health problems in children worldwide. Having children with chronic respiratory diseases such as asthma places a great pressure on the family, as it can cause a drastic change in the daily life and activities of the whole family, especially for parents...
A nebulizer is a medical device that is used by patients with respiratory illnesses such as asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia and more. The anatomy of the airways caused particles to be filtered out before they reach the lungs, but small particles between 1 and 7 µm in diameter will reach...
A nebulizer is a device that utilizes oxygen, compressed air or ultrasonic power to convert liquid medication into aerosol droplets suitable for inhalation. Nebulizer helps in the delivery of a therapeutic dose of aerosol particles directly to the lungs. It is used for emergency and home treatment of many...
Lungs are the most vital part of our respiratory system. As we live and breathe, most of us don’t spend a lot of time thinking about the lungs – an amazing mechanism that supports this very basic function. But did you know that, according to the latest statistics available...
Chronic lung diseases are one of the death-causing conditions that you should seriously take into consideration, especially if you have older toddlers. Most toddlers have respiratory conditions mainly because their immune system is not fully developed and infection can easily get through their body. Thus it is essential to...
An individual should always prioritize their respiratory health. It is one of the major systems in our body that keeps us alive and living. But sometimes, people take it for granted that leads to different chronic lung diseases that they have to suffer for the rest of their lives....