Asthma Control
Know what triggers your asthma
Asthma is a chronic breathing disorder characterised by recurrent attacks of breathlessness and wheezing. Some causes and triggers are common to all people with asthma, and some are more individual. The strongest risk factors for developing Asthma are inhaled Asthma triggers which include:
--indoor allergens (for example house dust mites in bedding, carpets and stuffed furniture, pollution and pet dander)
--outdoor allergens (such as pollens and moulds)
--tobacco smoke; and
--chemical irritants in the workplace
Other triggers may include cold air, extreme emotional arousal such as anger or fear, and physical exercise. In some people, asthma can even be triggered by certain medications. Urbanisation has also been associated with an increase in Asthma, however the exact nature of this relationship is unclear.
According to WHO estimates, 235 million people suffer from asthma globally. Although Asthma cannot be cured, appropriate management can control the disorder and enable people to enjoy good quality of life. In addition, some children with milder forms of asthma outgrow their symptoms with age.
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