You probably have asthma, or care about someone with asthma, and are hoping to get it under control. As you know, with asthma there are good days and not-so-good days. You feel good when it is under control. When breathing is difficult, or you feel as though your condition is running your life, it can make you miserable.

Asthma is a serious and chronic physical condition, but it doesn't have to control your life. With the right information and new skills that you will gain from this center, you will be able to manage your asthma on a daily basis. You'll find that your difficult days are fewer and farther between as you discover how much better you feel when you take your medicine and make a variety of changes to your lifestyle and attitude.

A Quick Overview
Understanding Asthma
A Look at Asthma Symptoms
Tracking Your Symptoms
What Causes Asthma Symptoms?
How Asthma is Diagnosed
Types of Asthma
How Asthma Is Treated
Asthma Medications
How Inhaled Medication Is Taken
Asthma — Allergy Connection
Self-Care Strategies
Asthma Triggers
Managing Asthma Flare-Ups

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A Quick Overview

Understanding Asthma
How Common Is Asthma?

A Look at Asthma Symptoms
Asthma Symptoms — Wheezing
Asthma Symptoms — Coughing
Asthma Symptoms —Shortness of Breath
Asthma Symptoms — Chest Tightness
Asthma Symptoms — Excess Mucus

Tracking Your Asthma Symptoms

What Causes Asthma Symptoms?
Extra-sensitive Airways
Airway Remodeling
Asthma and the Immune System
What Sets Off Asthma?

How Asthma is Diagnosed
Identifying Your Asthma Symptoms
Asthma and the Doctor Visit
About Spirometry Test Values
Spirometry
Peak Flow Personal Best
Using a Peak Flow Meter
Cleaning Your Peak Flow Meter
Peak Flow Meter Measurements — What They Mean
Peak Flow Testing
Other Tests for Asthma
Diagnostic Tests for Asthma
Ruling Out Health Conditions Other Than Asthma

Types of Asthma
The Four Asthma Classifications
Exercise-induced Asthma

How Asthma Is Treated
Asthma Treatment Takes Teamwork
Asthma Treatment Goals

Asthma Medicines
Find the Right Balance With Asthma Medicine
Long-Term Control Asthma Medicines
Quick-Relief Asthma Medicines

How Inhaled Asthma Medication Is Taken
Metered-Dose Asthma Inhalers
Dry Powder Asthma Inhalers
Nebulizer

Asthma – Allergy Connection
Allergy Medications

Self-Care Strategies for Treating Asthma
Non-traditional Approaches for Treating Asthma
Using Complementary Therapies for Asthma
Using Diet to Help Control Asthma
Using Herbalism and Homeopathy for Asthma
Using Relaxation Techniques for Asthma

Asthma Triggers
Three Steps to Managing Asthma Triggers
Identifying Asthma Triggers

Managing Asthma Flare-Ups
Monitoring Airway Changes
Next Time You Have an Asthma Flare-Up
When Asthma Symptoms Become Severe
Working With Your Asthma Action Plan