There are many myths about asthma which can leave sufferers feeling confused and lost.
So here are 7 common asthma myths.
Myth 1: Asthma is incurable.
Fact: Asthma can be curable through natural/alternative methods as many sufferers have reported having no asthma symptoms for 20+ years!
Myth 2: People with asthma cannot exercise.
Fact: People with asthma can exercise. Even people with exercise-triggered asthma can work around this and take part in gentle exercise.
Myth 3: All asthma cases are the same.
Fact: Not all asthma cases are the same as there are many different triggers and due to the fact that people with asthma suffer at different severities.
Myth 4: Asthma is a childhood condition and children grow out of asthma.
Fact: Asthma is not a childhood condition and often develops into adulthood.
Myth 5: An inhaler is all that you need for asthma.
Fact: Inhalers don’t get to the root of the problem or deal with other asthma triggers. Inhalers only offer short-term relief.
Myth 6: Conventional asthma treatment methods work better than natural methods.
Fact: Conventional treatments only offer short-term relief whereas natural/alternative treatments work in the long-term. Natural methods may not work as fast as conventional treatments, but they will get to the root of the problem and offer longer-lasting results.
Myth 7: Asthma is mostly psychological.
Fact: Although psychological factors such as stress and anxiety can trigger asthma attacks, asthma is not psychological and is a very real physical condition that affects daily functioning.
Know your asthma symptoms well and understand what is happening in your body. It keeps your asthma well-controlled.
Updating your Asthma Action Plan should be a priority for everyone living with asthma. When was the last time you visited your doctor and reviewed your plan? Returning to work after holidays is a perfect time to do it. AMA Clinic’s doctors are here to help you.
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