Controling of Your Child's Asthma
Impulse oscillometry could determine small airway obstruction and asthma control

Asthma control is an important, but difficult, aspect of the disease for parents. A non-invasive test can help measure control which can lead to better treatment...
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Asthma Plus Numbness and Joint Pain: Don't Miss This Diagnosis

A 22-year-old woman with a recent history of asthma reported joint pain, low-grade fever, fatigue, shortness of breath, and numbness and tingling in her feet for the past few months. Her primary care physician noted a hemoglobin level of 10.5 g/dL, a platelet count of 520,000 109 cells/L an erythrocyte sedimentation rate of 88 mL/hr, and 60% eosinophils on routine blood tests. Urinalysis and serum creatinine levels were normal...
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March | Asthma Prevention

With March comes the beginning of spring and increased opportunities to take advantage of outdoor activities. Whether that means stopping by the local park or visiting an outdoor festival, for many the warm weather is a reason to celebrate. For the nearly 25 million Americans with asthma, it’s also a reminder to take extra care outside...
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