Asthma Treatment Urgent Care Clinic in Newington CT

Since each asthma case is unique to the individual suffering from it, the best asthma treatment is usually determined on a case-by-case basis between the doctor and the patient. Treatment usually consists of a combination of long-term control medicines and quick-relief medicines that can be taken in pill form, through metered-dose or dry powder inhalers, or with nebulizers. Examples of long-term control asthma medicines include the following:
 
• Biologics
• Corticosteroids, inhaled or taken orally in liquid or pill form
• Mast cell stabilizers, such as cromolyn sodium
• Immunomodulators
• Leukotriene modifiers
• Long-acting beta-agonists
• Methylxanthines, such as theophylline
 
As for quick-relief asthma medication, options could include anticholinergics, short-acting beta-agonists, or a combination of both.

Sadly, there is currently no known cure for asthma. However, numerous treatments have proven to be exceptionally useful in reducing and managing asthma symptoms so that those who suffer from this condition can live as unhindered from it as possible. When asthma is managed effectively, patients can typically experience any or all of the following:
 
• Absence of breathing difficulties, such as coughing or wheezing, on most days
• Sleep through the night without asthma symptoms disrupting your sleep
• Exercise without experiencing any asthma symptoms
• Pass a spirometry or long-function test
• Minimal reliance upon quick-relief medicine (no more than three times per week)

Asthma is most effectively managed through a comprehensive treatment plan with a qualified physician. Such treatment plans are likely to include both long-term control and quick-relief medicines, awareness and avoidance of triggers, asthma education, symptom tracking, and dialogue between the patient and the physician monitoring their condition.

Scientific and medical researchers are still in the dark as to what the primary cause of asthma is. However, research has shown that it appears to occur due to a combination of genetic and environmental factors. As for asthma triggers, several different substances, irritants, and allergens can trigger an asthmatic response, including the following:
 
• Allergens such as animal dander, cockroaches, dust mites, mold spores, and pollen
• Certain types of food and beverages
• Cold air
• Exercise and physical activity
• Irritants and pollutants, such as chemical fumes, smoke, and strong scents or odors
• Respiratory infections
• Stress and strong emotions
• Various medications, such as acetaminophen, aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), ibuprofen, and others.

There are numerous breathing and physical exercises you can do to help strengthen your lungs if you have asthma! There are also various foods and beverages that can help with asthma, such as those that are high in antioxidants, vitamin D, omega-3 fatty acids, and others. For more information on how to make your lungs stronger, please make an appointment with one of our board-certified physicians at Priority Urgent Care & Walk-In Clinic!
 
For exceptional asthma treatment, we welcome you to Priority Urgent Care & Walk-In Clinic in Newington, CT! For an appointment, please feel free to schedule one through our website or call us at (860) 436-3757 during the hours of 8:00 AM to 7:45 PM from Monday to Friday or 9:00 AM to 4:45 PM on weekends. You can find Priority Urgent Care & Walk-In Clinic at in Newington, Connecticut. We serve patients from Ellington CT, Unionville CT, East Haven CT, Cromwell CT, Oxford, CT and Newington, CT, and BEYOND!