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Links to information about the possible complications of asthma, such as an increased risk of developing respiratory tract infections, and possible adverse effects of asthma medications.
Updated February 2009
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Asthma and influenza - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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Although influenza is not normally dangerous for healthy people, it can be more serious if you have other health problems, such as asthma.
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Aug 2009
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Aspergillus
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Better Health Channel
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Aspergillus is a fungus that commonly grows on rotting vegetation. Some people with asthma are allergic to Aspergillus and develop allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA). The symptoms include wheezing and blood-stained sputum.
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Jul 2008
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Asthma medications and other drugs
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Better Health Channel
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Asthma medication includes relievers, preventers and symptom controllers. You can choose from different inhaler devices depending on your doctor's advice. Some people with asthma find their symptoms increase if they take other types of pharmaceutical drugs, like aspirin.
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Jun 2008
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Asthma and pregnancy
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Better Health Channel
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Pregnant women with asthma still need to take their asthma medication. The medication won't harm the developing baby. Uncontrolled asthma poses a much greater risk than asthma medication to the expectant mother and her baby.
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Jun 2008
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Bronchodilators
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Virtual Medical Centre.com
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Medical information about bronchodilators, medications used to help improve airflow into the lungs.
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May 2008
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Lighten the asthma load
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National Asthma Council Australia (NAC)
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The obesity epidemic is sweeping the world as people eat more and exercise less. But why does the connection between asthma and obesity matter?
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May 2008
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Asthma and food
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Better Health Channel
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Food allergies can trigger asthma attacks in some people, although this is rare. Trigger foods may include dairy products, eggs, peanuts, sulphites, monosodium glutamate (MSG), food colourings or royal jelly. A severe food allergy reaction is anaphylaxis; anaphylactic shock can be fatal.
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Mar 2008
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Asthma and allergens
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Better Health Channel
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People with asthma generally find their symptoms increase if they are exposed to certain triggers. These may include allergens such as pollen, animal fur or mould. Different people are sensitive to different allergens.
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Mar 2008
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Aspirin-induced asthma
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Virtual Medical Centre.com
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Information covering the symptoms, cause and treatment of Aspirin-induced asthma.
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Jan 2008
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Monoclonal antibody therapy for non-malignant disease
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Australian Prescriber
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Advances in technology have enabled monoclonal antibodies to be produced which bind to specific antigens associated with disease processes. By targeting these antigens the antibodies can destroy or alter the function of cells which express the target.
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Oct 2006
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Safety concerns with salmeterol (Editorial)
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Australian Prescriber
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The introduction of long-acting beta2 agonists, such as salmeterol and eformoterol, has been an important development in the management of asthma. It is therefore of great significance that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued advice about long-acting beta agonists that states 'these medicines may increase the chance of severe asthma episodes, and death when those episodes occur'.
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Oct 2006
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Asthma and older people - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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The classic symptoms of asthma can easily be mistaken as part of normal ageing or be misdiagnosed as other health problems in older adults.
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Aug 2006
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Asthma and air pollution: a guide for health professionals
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing,National Asthma Council Australia (NAC)
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The aim of this paper is to provide an up-to-date evidence-based summary of the issues around asthma and air pollution, including practical advice.
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Mar 2005
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Asthma and pain relievers: an information paper for health professionals
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing,National Asthma Council Australia (NAC)
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The aim of this paper is to provide an up-to-date evidence-based summary of the issues around aspirin-induced asthma, including practical advice on assessment and treatment.
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Mar 2005
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Asthma and pain relievers
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National Asthma Council Australia (NAC)
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Up to 20% of people with asthma may have an asthma attack after taking aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), used to treat pain, muscle and joint inflammation, colds or flu. This is known as aspirin-induced asthma.
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Mar 2005
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Medicinal mishap - Ibuprofen and asthma
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Australian Prescriber
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It is important to ask patients with asthma, or their parents, about all non-prescription medications as many people will not associate asthma with the use of aspirin or other NSAIDs, or be aware of the risk of taking these medications.
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Aug 2004
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Influenza and asthma: the facts
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National Asthma Council Australia (NAC)
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Influenza is an infection that affects the breathing passages (also known as 'airways'). It is caused by the influenza virus. People with asthma and other lung diseases are especially vulnerable.
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May 2004
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Pregnancy and asthma
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National Asthma Council Australia (NAC)
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If your asthma is well controlled, asthma problems during your pregnancy are unlikely. Those whose asthma does get a little worse can be helped with good asthma management; you need to consult with your doctor regularly.
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Aug 2002
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