How is Asthma cured?
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Asthma is a long-term disease that has no cure. The goal of asthma treatment is to control the disease. Good asthma control will:
Prevent chronic and troublesome symptoms, such as coughing and shortness of breathReduce your need for quick-relief medicines (see below)Help you maintain good lung functionLet you maintain your normal activity level and sleep through the nightPrevent asthma attacks that could result in an emergency room visit or hospital stay
To control asthma, partner with your doctor to manage your asthma or your child's asthma. Children aged 10 or older—and younger children who are able—should take an active role in their asthma care.
Prevent chronic and troublesome symptoms, such as coughing and shortness of breathReduce your need for quick-relief medicines (see below)Help you maintain good lung functionLet you maintain your normal activity level and sleep through the nightPrevent asthma attacks that could result in an emergency room visit or hospital stay
To control asthma, partner with your doctor to manage your asthma or your child's asthma. Children aged 10 or older—and younger children who are able—should take an active role in their asthma care.
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