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Asthma
Controlling breathing symptoms and supporting inhaler treatment.
Understanding the condition
Asthma is chronic airway inflammation. The bronchi can temporarily narrow and react sensitively to various triggers. Allergic and non-allergic factors may contribute. Suitable treatment can reduce symptoms and the risk of attacks.
Common symptoms
Recurrent cough, wheezing, chest tightness and breathlessness are typical. Symptoms may occur at night, during activity or after exposure to triggers. Severe breathlessness or bluish lips require immediate help via 112.
Diagnosis and assessment
We discuss frequency, triggers and current medication. Lung function testing and, where appropriate, respiratory or allergy investigations help diagnosis. With established asthma, we assess whether control is adequate.
Treatment and ongoing care
We check inhaler technique, the agreed medication plan and an individual action plan for worsening symptoms. Anti-inflammatory inhaled medicines may be important. Appropriate activity and avoiding relevant triggers support care. Structured disease management programme care is discussed where applicable.
Monitoring your progress together
We discuss which changes to watch for in everyday life and when another check-up would be useful. Your questions, personal goals and how well you tolerate treatment inform further decisions. Where needed, we coordinate with your treating specialists.
Your appointment at the practice
Bring your health insurance card, recent medical letters, existing test results and a medication list. Note any changes in your symptoms and your main questions. Do not change existing treatment yourself; we will discuss together whether adjustments are needed.