Exercise induced asthma: a clinical perspective.
Publication/Presentation Date
1-1-1994
Abstract
Exercise is a very common precipitant of asthma. Inflammation and edema are felt to be important components of the asthmatic response. Heat and water loss from the airway mucosa are most likely important in its pathogenesis, although the exact etiology remains unknown. A good history combined with proper diagnostic testing can usually determine the diagnosis, and prevention is the key to effective management. Although modified training techniques are often helpful, medications are usually needed for both prevention and treatment. While antiinflammatory agents are gaining therapeutic importance, inhaled beta-agonists remain the treatment of choice. With appropriate diagnosis and management, exercise-induced asthma should not limit participation nor performance in athletics for the great majority of the population.
Volume
172
Issue
1
First Page
1
Last Page
14
ISSN
0341-2040
Published In/Presented At
Hendrickson, C. D., Lynch, J. M., & Gleeson, K. (1994). Exercise induced asthma: a clinical perspective. Lung, 172(1), 1–14. https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00186165
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
7905038
Department(s)
Department of Medicine
Document Type
Article