Asthma - Symptoms, Risk factors and Treatment

Last Updated On Friday, March 29, 2024

Asthma in Urdu

دمہ آپ کے bronchioles کی تنگی ہے جو آپ کے مدافعتی نظام کے ردعمل یا زیادہ سرگرمی کی وجہ سے ہوتی ہے، جس کی وجہ سے آپ کو سانس لینے میں دشواری کا سامنا کرنا پڑتا ہے۔ یہ ایک دائمی حالت ہے جو زیادہ تر بچپن میں شروع ہوتی ہے۔ بعض اوقات، یہ وقت کے ساتھ بہتر ہو جاتا ہے، لیکن یہ آپ کی عمر کے ساتھ ساتھ خراب بھی ہو سکتا ہے۔ دمہ کا مقابلہ کرنا مشکل ہوسکتا ہے کیونکہ ابھی تک کوئی علاج نہیں ہے۔ تاہم، مناسب انتظام کے ساتھ، اس کی روک تھام اور کنٹرول کیا جا سکتا ہے.


دمہ آپ کی روزمرہ کی سرگرمیوں کو بھی متاثر کر سکتا ہے۔ آپ کو جسمانی ورزش کرنے، چلنے پھرنے، یا بات کرنے یا کھانا کھانے میں بھی دشواری کا سامنا کرنا پڑ سکتا ہے۔ ضروری چیزوں میں سے ایک علامات کو طول نہ دینا ہے۔ جیسے ہی آپ کو علامات کی آمد کا احساس ہو، آپ کے ہیلتھ کیئر فراہم کنندہ کے ذریعہ تجویز کردہ ریسکیو انہیلر لیں۔

Asthma in English

Asthma is the constriction of your bronchioles that occur due to the response or overactivity of your immune system, due to which you face difficulty in breathing. It is a chronic condition that mostly starts in childhood. At times, it gets better by the time, but it can also worsen as you age. Coping with asthma can be problematic because there is no cure until now. However, with proper management, it can be prevented and controlled.

 

Asthma may also affect your day-to-day activities. You may also face difficulty in doing physical exercise, walking, or even in talking or eating food. One of the essential things is not to prolong the symptoms. Take the rescue inhaler, as prescribed by your healthcare provider, as soon as you feel the symptoms coming. 

 

Signs and Symptoms 


The signs and symptoms of asthma are:

 

  • Cough especially at night, during or after exercise, or while laughing 
  • Difficulty breathing 
  • Whistling sounds from the chest known as wheezing 
  • Chest tightness 
  • Fatigue 
  • Anxiousness 
  • Panic and anxiety
  • Not everyone may have the same symptoms of asthma. Some people may only have a cough, while some may have wheezing and difficulty breathing. 

 

Types 

The most common type of asthma is bronchial asthma. But there are many other types too like as follows.

 

Childhood asthma

It is the one that starts when you are a child. Usually, it gets better as you age. 

 

Adult-onset asthma

It starts when you are above the age of 20. You may never have had symptoms before.

 

Allergy induced asthma

It is also known as extrinsic asthma. In this type, the allergy exacerbates asthma, which occurs as a response to allergens like pollens, animal danders, certain foods, and much more. Moreover, allergy-induced asthma is mostly dependent upon seasons.

 

Non-allergic asthma

It is a type of asthma that occurs due to certain irritants like smoke, burning wood, or perfumes. But it is not accompanied by an allergy. The signs and symptoms of allergy are a runny nose, post nasal drip, and runny eyes. 

 

Occupational asthma

It is a type of asthma that exacerbates due to exposure to certain irritants at your workplace. They may include dust, dyes, gas fumes, and much more. 

 

Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction

Previously it was known as exercise-induced asthma. It occurs after 10 to 15 minutes of exercise. Your healthcare provider may ask you to take the inhaler 15 to 20 minutes before exercise. Having this kind of asthma does not mean that you stop doing exercise. You must consult with your doctor about it. They will help you in coping up with it so that you do not miss your daily physical activity.

 

Aspirin-induced asthma

Aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, also known as painkillers work by stopping the pain pathway, which can eventually cause bronchoconstriction. Therefore, asthmatic people must take those drugs with caution, as they can exacerbate it, making it difficult for you to breathe. 

 

Nocturnal asthma

Nocturnal refers to the night. Therefore, it starts at that time. Usually, it occurs due to gastric acid reflux, dust in bedding, pet dander, or dust mites where you sleep. You may wake up due to a cough, and it becomes difficult to lie straight while sleeping. At times, your body's natural sleep cycle can also trigger nocturnal asthma. Most asthmatic people, therefore, complain about sleepless nights during an acute attack. 

 

Cough-variant asthma

It is a type of asthma that represents cough only. The person may not have other classic symptoms of asthma-like wheezing or difficulty in breathing, and may only complain about a dry cough. If left untreated, it can flare up, resulting in an emergency. Therefore, if you have a cough, do not delay your visit to the healthcare provider.  

 

Treatment 

 

To treat asthma, your healthcare provider may prescribe steroids and bronchodilators. However, it may vary from person to person depending on the severity. 

 

Conclusion 


Living with asthma can be difficult at times. But you must know the trigger that exacerbates it. So you can avoid them and keep your asthma under control. Moreover, do not leave your inhalers without consulting with your healthcare provider first. If you face difficulty in breathing, you must consult with the healthcare provider. 


Frequently Asked Questions

Asthma meaning in urdu is دمہ, سانس لینے میں دشواری

Asthma is a chronic (long-term) lung disease that inflames and narrows the airways, which can lead to difficulty breathing. Common symptoms of asthma include coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. Asthma can be triggered by many different things, such as allergens, exercise, cold air, or stress. Treatment for asthma usually involves taking medicines, avoiding triggers, and learning to manage symptoms.

The five common symptoms of asthma are shortness of breath, coughing, chest tightness or pain, wheezing (a whistling sound when you breathe), and waking at night due to asthma symptoms. Other signs and symptoms may include a drop in your peak flow meter reading (if you use one), increased mucus/sputum production, runny/stuffy/congested nose, itchy neck or chin, feeling tired, weak, or lack of energy, raised shoulders, slouching, and difficulty walking or talking due to shortness of breath.

The exact cause of asthma is not known, but it is believed to be caused by a combination of environmental and inherited (genetic) factors. Common triggers for asthma include airborne allergens, such as pollen, dust mites, mold spores, pet dander, and particles of cockroach waste; respiratory infections, such as the common cold; physical activity; cold air; air pollutants and irritants; certain medications; strong emotions and stress; sulfites and preservatives added to some types of foods and beverages; and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

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