Generally, most forms of asthma are often classified into two categories:
* Intermittent asthma
* Persistent asthma - mild, moderate or severe
Obviously, most attacks related to the various forms of asthma do have similarities, however for adequate treatment/and or control, it may be helpful to distinguish each one from the other.
These other ones could include:
* Extrinsic (allergic) asthma - Caused by an allergic reaction.
* Intrinsic asthma - Not caused by an allergic reaction.
* Exercise-induced asthma - Activity (e.g., running, swimming) induces
symptoms.
* Occupational asthma - Caused or triggered in the workplace.
* Cough-variant asthma - A persistent cough caused by asthma.
The irony of all of knowing all of thee various forms of asthma is that, even though clear patterns may exist, the specific causes of asthma are far from straightforward as far as the medical fraternity may be concerned.
Nonetheless, coming from a drug-free perspective, it's safe to say the tips below could come in handy in bringing about an effective solution for these known forms of asthma.
1. Avoid excessive temperature changes.
2. Ensure dust mites are reduced as much as possible in your home
3. Use a humidifier in the cold seasons.
4. Keep fresh air circulating as much as possible in the home.
For dealing with the various forms of asthma, you absolutely have to give up all processed foods and animal products such as meat, milk, eggs and the like from your diet This is a must and a fact that has been in effect in several programs aimed at correcting respiratory health and finding a lasting asthma treatment solution such as the "Breath Retaining Program For Asthmatics" developed by the Russian, Dr. Buteyko.
Within weeks of adhering to this advice, many a chronic asthmatic has been able to give up the use of Ventolin inhalers.
Of course your own discretion is advised in regards to using or attempting the use of these suggestions above to control whichever form of asthma that may apply to your case.
However, the odds are if similar measures have worked for me as well as several other people, the chances are that they could do just fine for you. . .at least it won't hurt to try.
To Health
Aje
Foras Aje is an independent researcher and co-founder of BodyHealthSoul LLC. Stop by His Natural Asthma Treatment Blog today for more information on asthma types
