Respiratory Allergy And Asthma

Respiratory Allergy And Asthma

What is Respiratory allergy?

The term allergy is used to describe an overreaction to substances in the environment that are harmless for most people, but induce an immune response that causes a variety of symptoms in predisposed people. The respiratory allergies mainly present with allergic rhinitis which affects nasal passages and allergic asthma which affects the airways within the lungs.

Causes Of Respiratory Allergy The most common sources of allergens are house dust mites, pollens, pets, cigarette smoke, air pollution, perfumes, aerosol sprays such as hair lacquer or furniture polish, change in temperature - especially going from a warm to a cold environment - paint or cooking odours, fungal or mould spores which occur in ill maintained old houses and furniture etc.

Symptoms Of Respiratory Allergies The patients with Allergic rhinitis present with blocked or running nose, sneezing, itching and watering eyes. Allergic rhinitis can progress to asthma if not well treated. Allergic asthma is a commonly occurring and potentially life-threatening illness where the respiratory airways become inflamed and swollen. The patient presents with shortness of breath, tight chest, cough or wheezing which is a whistling noise while breathing.

Diagnose Of Respiratory Allergies The diagnosis of respiratory allergies is based on clinical history,physical examination and specific tests. Asthma is characterized by variability in the airway narrowing and symptoms as it is an episodic disease. The patients usually have varying intensity of symptoms. - a simple device to measure the flow of air out of the lungs. If, over a period of time, the morning and evening values vary by more than 15%, this is indicative of asthma.

Preventions Avoid known triggers such as deodorants, perfumes, specific food items, smells, pets etc if you have tendency of allergic rhinitis and asthma. Maintenance of hygienic and clean home environment is essential which will control house dust mite and fungal spores and moulds. Effective measures are required by government and society to control outdoor pollution. A regular check up with a doctor will help you optimize your medication.

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