Allergic Asthma

Allergic asthma is triggered by allergens such as pollen, dust mites, mold, and pet dander. Services include:

• Diagnostic Testing: Skin prick tests, blood tests (IgE levels), and specific allergen testing.
• Medical Management: Inhaled corticosteroids, leukotriene modifiers, and antihistamines.
• Allergy Immunotherapy: Allergy shots to reduce sensitivity to specific allergens.

Non-Allergic Asthma

Non-allergic asthma is triggered by factors such as stress, exercise, cold air, and infections. Services include:

• Diagnostic Testing: Pulmonary function tests (PFTs) and bronchial challenge tests.
• Medical Management: Long-acting bronchodilators, inhaled corticosteroids, and anticholinergic medications.
• Trigger Management: Identifying and avoiding non-allergic triggers.

Exercise-Induced Asthma

Exercise-induced asthma is triggered by physical activity. Services include:

• Diagnostic Testing: Exercise challenge tests and PFTs.
• Medical Management: Short-acting bronchodilators before exercise and long-term asthma control medications.
• Exercise Management: Strategies to warm up and cool down properly, and to use inhalers effectively before exercise.

Occupational Asthma

Occupational asthma is triggered by exposure to substances at work. Services include:

• Diagnostic Testing: Work environment assessment, specific inhalation challenge tests, and PFTs.
• Medical Management: Inhaled corticosteroids and bronchodilators.
• Workplace Interventions: Recommendations for workplace modifications and protective equipment.

Childhood Asthma

Childhood asthma requires specialized care for young patients. Services include:

• Diagnostic Testing: Pediatric PFTs, allergy testing, and symptom diaries.
• Medical Management: Age-appropriate asthma medications, spacers, and nebulizers.
• Family Education: Training for parents and caregivers on asthma management and medication administration.