Understanding Asthma | Asthma Attack | Symptoms, Risk Factors & Treatment | 3D Animation

Asthma is a condition in which your airways narrow and swell, which may produce extra mucus. This can make breathing difficult and trigger coughing, a whistling sound (wheezing) when you breathe out, and shortness of breath. Watch this 3D Animation to know all about Asthma, its Symptoms, Risk Factors & Treatment. ************************* MEDICAL ANIMATION TRANSCRIPT: Asthma Asthma is a chronic, inflammatory lung disease involving recurrent breathing problems. The characteristics of asthma are three airway problems - Obstruction, Inflammation, Hyper-responsiveness. Symptoms Common symptoms of asthma may include Chronic cough especially at night Noisy breathing Chest tightness Wheezing Breathlessness What happens during an Asthma Attack? An asthma attack occurs when the symptoms become severe. Attacks can begin suddenly and range from mild to life threatening. In some cases, swelling in the airways can prevent oxygen from reaching the lungs and prove fatal. Triggers The common triggers for Asthma may include: Allergens e.g. dander, pollen Smoke and chemicals Air pollution Exercise Weather Certain medications Strong emotions GERD Obesity Obstructive Sleep Apnea Risk Factors Asthma most commonly occurs in: Children and teens aged 5 to17 People living in cities Exposure to tobacco smoke Family history Medical history of allergies Treatment There is no cure for asthma, but it can often be controlled by: Stay away from triggers Take medications as prescribed. Eat a healthy diet Maintain a healthy Weight Quit smoking Regular Exercise Manage Stress Speak to your doctor for more information on Asthma ************************* TimeStamps 0:00 - Introduction to Asthma 0:23 - Symptoms 0:37 - What happens during an Asthma Attack? 1:02 - Triggers 1:20 - Risk Factors 1:31 - Treatment ************************* Get credible information on various health topics follow us on: Instagram: / eremedium Facebook: / eremedium LinkedIn: / 13197441 Twitter: / eremedium ************************* Disclaimer: Eremedium 3D videos are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice or as a substitute for consulting a physician. It is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment from a healthcare professional. #asthma #asthmaattack #asthmaawareness #lungs