When did you first notice the symptoms? Can you safely record a video clip of them wheezing? Can you keep a diary of how often they had symptoms? Does it only happen when they have a cold, or can they have symptoms in between? Look for the trigger factors such as dust, animal fur, pollen, […]
Occupations which may trigger asthma include: Spray painter Baker Healthcare worker Chemical worker The isocyanides in spray paint may be a trigger. The flour and grain dust in a bakery may trigger asthma. Cleaning products and latex may be a trigger for asthma. Chemicals (anhydrides) in the plastic and drug industries are a potential trigger […]
The nurse/doctor will ask you about your symptoms, what triggers them and what helps relieve or reduce them. They will discuss your treatment plan and agree what actions you should take if your asthma gets worse. You should be given a personal action plan and sometimes a ‘stand by’ or ‘rescue medication’ course of tablets […]
