Asthma

Weekend Recap

100

What Sports did I play during my break?

Tennis and Pickleball

200

What pets did I mention during my recap?

Chickens

300

Whats is my youngest cousin's name?

Ella

What is Asthma

100

What type of disease is asthma?

Chronic Lung Disease

200

Name 2 Asthma Symptoms

cough, wheezing, shortness of breath, Chest Tightness

300

What is one of the causes of the symptoms of Asthma?

Airway narrowing, excess mucus, remodeling

Prevalence

100

What % of the population has Asthma?

6.6% 

200

How many deaths are caused by Asthma per year?

455,000 deaths

300

Name and Describe the two types of Asthma

Intermittent: temporary

Persistent: continuous

Treatment and Diagnosis

100

Name one treatment of Asthma

Bronchodilators, Anti-Inflammatory Medication, Biologic Therapy

200

Name one inital Method of Diagnosis

FeNO test, Spirometry, Peak Flow

300

Describe Biologic Therapy

Elimination - 

• Biologics are medications derived from living organisms, often using monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), that target specific molecules or cells involved in inflammation.These are used for severe asthma when symptoms persist despite proper inhaler therapy.

Nutrition and Exercise

100

Name one of the two vitamins I mentioned

D and E

200

What does Vitamin D do?

Immune Support

Reduce inflamation

Protection

300

What are the two main methods to avoid weather effects on asthma?

Indoors

Masks or mouth covering