Exercise-Induced Asthma Challenge (Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm or Asthma Challenge)

An asthma challenge measures lung function before and after exercise. It helps the doctor determine if the patient has exercise-induced asthma. This test may be ordered for people who experience shortness of breath, chest discomfort, or dizziness after exercise. It may also be used on known asthmatics to see if exercise provokes bronchospasm. The test is done to find out how well lungs function before and after exercise, and/or how well current medicines are working and to set a safe level of exercise for your child.....

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No Relief for Asthma and Allergy Sufferers

Indoor Pollutants including cockroaches and rodents trigger symptoms this season
As the days grow shorter and colder weather arrives, people will be spending more and more time indoors. While cabin fever will undoubtedly set in, it may be hardest on people who suffer from asthma and allergies as more indoor time means greater exposure to indoor allergens. Although ragweed and dust mites are often blamed for sneezing and itchy eyes this time of year, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) warns that pests like cockroaches, rats and mice are also common asthma and allergy triggers.....

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Surf Designer Dies from Severe Asthma Attack

Surf Industry Designer Lian Murray passed away over the weekend in Newport Beach after suffering a severe asthma attack, Apparel News reported.
Murray, 54, of Newport Beach, died Sunday at Hoag Hospital, according to an Apparel News report. Murray's career included merchandising and design positions at Hurley International, Billabong and Quiksilver. In 2005 Murray started her own clothing business, Aqua IV, headquartered in Costa Mesa.....

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